# Network Configuration: IP and MAC Address Control In our labs, we often receive queries regarding the control over traditional IP addressing and MAC Addresses, especially in the context of firewall labs where Layer 3 communication is a necessity. Users often need to change IP addresses, perform Network Address Translation (NAT), and other Layer 3 network changes on the machines or network. ## Native Sandboxes In our native sandboxes, users do not have control over IP and MAC addresses. This means that changes to IP addresses, NAT, and other Layer 3 network changes cannot be performed directly on the machines or network in these environments. ## Cloud Accounts However, we provide an alternative solution for users who need more control over their network configurations. We offer the ability to provision environments within cloud accounts. These accounts can be set up on various cloud platforms including Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Microsoft Azure. Once you have provisioned an environment within these cloud accounts, you can control networking via Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). This gives you the flexibility to change IP addresses, perform NAT, and make other Layer 3 network changes as per your requirements. In summary, while our native sandboxes do not offer control over IP and MAC addresses, our cloud account provisioned environments do, providing users with the flexibility they need for their network configurations. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.instruqt.com/resources/faq/network-configuration-ip-and-mac-address-control.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.