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Which layer of the OSI model does port security use for securing a port?

Answer Options

A

Layer 0

B

Layer 1

C

Layer 2

D

Layer 3

Correct Answer: C

Explanation

Port security operates at layer 2 by inspecting the source MAC addresses in frames. It allows the configured number of source MAC addresses to be switched into the port and onto the switch processor. All of the other options are incorrect.

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