Be sure to find out how to do it on your Linux/Mac/Windows system. Here’s one: 02:67:1c:16:1f:21 Spoof your MAC address (for your wireless adapter) on your computer. In some cases, you'll have to reset the Comcast modem using a paper clip or tip of pen if a regular power cycle doesn't work. Change the last digit of the MAC address. Comcast's systems sees my MAC and determines if it is tied to a valid account Before I could get my modem activated I needed to provide my MAC address of the modem.
You are correct when you say it translates data, but incorrect about MAC spoofing. If you type “ipconfig /all” at the command prompt, you can easily find the MAC address of your computer’s network card – just look for the string “Physical Address.” The Wi-Fi Mac address of mobile devices is often listed on their Settings page.
PS:Find the MAC Address of your devices.
