IP Addresses and Network Representation

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What is an IP Address?

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An IP Address (Internet Protocol Address) is a unique identifier assigned to each device connected to a network that uses the Internet Protocol for communication.

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What is a MAC Address?

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A MAC Address (Media Access Control Address) is a unique identifier assigned to network interfaces for communications at the data link layer of a network.

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What is the difference between a Static IP Address and a Dynamic IP Address?

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A Static IP Address is a permanent address that is manually assigned to a device, while a Dynamic IP Address is temporarily assigned by a DHCP server and can change over time.

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What does DHCP stand for?

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DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, which is used to automatically assign IP addresses to devices on a network.

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What is the purpose of a subnet mask?

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A subnet mask is used to divide an IP address into network and host portions, helping to determine which part of the address identifies the network and which part identifies the device.

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What is the role of a router in a network?

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A router is a device that forwards data packets between computer networks, directing traffic and ensuring data reaches its destination.

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What is a private IP address?

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A private IP address is an IP address that is not routable on the internet and is used within a private network.

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What is a public IP address?

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A public IP address is an IP address that is routable on the internet and can be accessed from outside a private network.

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What is the function of DNS?

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DNS (Domain Name System) translates human-readable domain names (like www.example.com) into IP addresses that computers use to identify each other on the network.

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What does NAT stand for and what is its purpose?

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NAT stands for Network Address Translation, and it allows multiple devices on a local network to share a single public IP address.