IP Address

An IP address is a numerical label that is connected to a computer network and uses the Internet Protocol for communication.

An IP address is a numerical label that is connected to a computer network and uses the Internet Protocol for communication.

It is important because it is a unique identifier for a computer or other device on a network using the Internet Protocol for communication.

An example of an IP address is 192.0.2.1, meaning that it is a unique identifier for a computer or other device on a network using the Internet Protocol for communication.

There are three types of IP addresses:

Public IP address:
A public IP address is an IP address that is accessible to devices on the Internet. Public IP addresses are used to identify devices on the Internet and can be used by anyone who wants to connect to a device on the network.

Private IP address:
A private IP address is an IP address that is used for devices on a private network, such as in a home or office. Private IP addresses are not accessible to devices on the Internet and can only be used by devices on the private network.

Reserved IP address:
Reserved IP addresses are IP addresses that are used for special purposes and are not generally accessible to devices on the Internet. Reserved IP addresses are usually used for devices on a private network, such as in a home or office.