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MAC address anonymization

Hey kiddo! So, when you use your computer or phone to connect to the internet, it has a special address called a "mac address." This address helps the internet know where to send your information.

Sometimes, companies want to collect information about how people use the internet, and they can see your mac address. But, to protect your privacy, some companies use something called "mac address anonymization."

That means they change your mac address into a different string of numbers and letters, kind of like wearing a disguise. This makes it harder for anyone to track your online activity back to you specifically.

So, mac address anonymization helps keep your online activity private and protects your personal information. Cool, huh?