IP Address Flashcard

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What does "IP" stand for in IP address?

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Internet Protocol

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What is the purpose of an IP address?

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To identify a device on a network

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Which type of IP address is typically used within a local network and is not routable on the public internet?

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Private IP address

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What is the primary purpose of a public IP address?

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To provide access to the internet for devices within a local network

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In a typical IPv4 address, how are the network and host portions separated?

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By a period (.)

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Which type of IP address is necessary for devices to communicate directly over the internet? Options: Private IP address, Dynamic IP address, Static IP address, Public IP address

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Public IP address

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What type of IP address is assigned by an internet service provider?

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Public IP address

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Are public IP addresses unique?

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Yes

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In a business or house, many devices are using one shared public IP address together.

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True

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What does MAC address stand for?

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Media Access Control