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THIS MONTH'S FAQ - WHAT IS AN IP ADDRESS?
Question: What exactly is an IP address and what is its purpose?
Answer: An Internet Protocol (IP) address is an electronic serial
number that takes the form of four numbers separated by dots; an example would be 12.345.678.90. Every machine connected to the Internet--computer or any other Web-enabled device--has a unique IP address. Wherever you browse online, send an e-mail or instant message, or download a file, your IP address functions like a vehicle license plate to enforce accountability and traceability. IP addresses are used by routers to forward messages from one computer to another over the Internet.
Question: What exactly is an IP address and what is its purpose?
Answer: An Internet Protocol (IP) address is an electronic serial
number that takes the form of four numbers separated by dots; an example would be 12.345.678.90. Every machine connected to the Internet--computer or any other Web-enabled device--has a unique IP address. Wherever you browse online, send an e-mail or instant message, or download a file, your IP address functions like a vehicle license plate to enforce accountability and traceability. IP addresses are used by routers to forward messages from one computer to another over the Internet.
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