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Which networking device operates at Layer 2 of the OSI model and forwards data based on MAC addresses?

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Switch

A switch operates at Layer 2 (Data Link layer) of the OSI model and forwards data based on MAC addresses. Unlike a hub (which broadcasts data to all connected devices), a switch directs data to the specific device with the matching MAC address.

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