What action will occur if a host receives a frame with a destination MAC address of FF:FF:FF:FF:FF:FF?

When a host receives a frame with a destination MAC address of FF:FF:FF:FF:FF:FF, it indicates that the frame is intended for all devices on the local network segment, commonly referred to as a broadcast frame. This address is defined in Ethernet standards as the broadcast address.

When a host recognizes that the incoming frame is a broadcast, it will process the frame. This means that the host will examine the contents of the frame and determine if it needs to take any action based on the information contained within it. Broadcast frames can be used for various purposes, such as discovering other devices on the network or for hostname resolution requests (such as ARP requests).

Processing a broadcast frame is essential for network communication, as it allows multiple devices to receive the same information simultaneously, contributing to the efficiency of local area networks. This collaborative aspect of network communication is crucial in maintaining connectivity and facilitating interaction among devices on the same network segment.