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Investigators can use the Type Allocation Code (TAC) to find the model and origin of a mobile device. Where is TAC located in mobile devices?
The correct answer is A. International Mobile Equipment Identifier (IMEI). The IMEI is a 15-digit number that uniquely identifies a GSM/WCDMA/LTE mobile device. Its first 8 digits constitute the Type Allocation Code (TAC), which is assigned by the GSMA and encodes the device manufacturer and model. The ICCID identifies the SIM card, the IMSI…
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Investigators can use the Type Allocation Code (TAC) to find the model and origin of a mobile device. Where is TAC located in mobile devices?
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- AInternational Mobile Equipment Identifier (IMEI)
- BIntegrated circuit card identifier (ICCID)
- CInternational mobile subscriber identity (IMSI)
- DEquipment Identity Register (EIR)
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(36 responses)- A92% (33)
- C3% (1)
- D6% (2)
Explanation
The IMEI is a 15-digit number that uniquely identifies a GSM/WCDMA/LTE mobile device. Its first 8 digits constitute the Type Allocation Code (TAC), which is assigned by the GSMA and encodes the device manufacturer and model. The ICCID identifies the SIM card, the IMSI identifies the mobile subscriber, and the EIR is a network database - the TAC is specifically embedded in the IMEI structure.
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