The Complete Practical Docker Guide - Exploring IP address settings

The video tutorial explains how to verify host names and IP addresses on a Linux host using various commands. It highlights the use of Docker containers, specifically the Alpine image, to access necessary IP utilities. The tutorial covers commands like 'hostname', 'ip address', and 'ip route' to gather network information, including loopback interfaces and routing tables. It also demonstrates the use of 'ping' for connectivity verification. The session concludes with a brief overview of upcoming topics, including trace route and DNS lookups.

What command can be used to verify the host name of a Linux computer?

How can you find out the IP address assigned to a Linux computer?

What are the differences between public and private IP addresses?

How does network address translation (NAT) work with private IP addresses?

Explain the purpose of the 'ping' command in networking.

What does the command 'ip address' display?

What is the significance of the loopback interface in a Linux system?

Describe how to filter the output of network commands using 'grep'.

What is the default route in a Linux networking context?

What is the purpose of the 'ifconfig' command?