Multiple choice technology

What is the standard for ethernet ?

  1. 802.5

  2. 802.3

  3. 802.11

  4. 802.16
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B Correct answer
Explanation

IEEE 802.3 is the working group and standard that defines Ethernet. Other 802 standards cover different technologies: 802.5 is Token Ring, 802.11 covers Wi-Fi wireless networks, and 802.16 defines WiMAX broadband wireless. The 802.3 family specifically addresses wired Ethernet networking.

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