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<main> <article class="userContent"> <p>Just in case you do not know what an IP address is, or Internet Protocol address, it is a set of numbers that identifies a device on a network. A network device, such as a computer or phone, uses IP addresses to communicate with each other, and they are necessary for sending and receiving information over the internet. There are four types of IP addresses: public, private, static, and dynamic. </p><h2 data-id="why-are-there-4-types-of-ip-addresses-and-what-are-the-differences-between-them"><strong>Why are there 4 types of IP addresses and what are the differences between them?</strong> </h2><ol><li><strong>Public:</strong> A public IP can be accessed over the internet and has an IP assigned to a router by an internet service provider (ISP). This IP address is accessible by the world because it directly interfaces with the WAN (Wide Area Network) or the internet. </li><li><strong>Private:</strong> Devices that connect to your router have private IP addresses because they are located on a private network, or LAN (Local Area Network). These IP addresses get assigned by your network router and usually account for the devices connected within a home or office building. </li><li><strong>Static:</strong> When a device is assigned a static IP address, this address is fixed, it does not change. This is sometimes desirable for businesses that run internet services and require a fixed address for network connections. </li><li><strong>Dynamic:</strong> When a device is assigned a dynamic IP address, this address is variable, it changes often. Most network devices have dynamic IP addresses. </li></ol><h2 data-id="how-to-determine-the-ip-address-of-your-computer"><strong>How to determine the IP address of your computer</strong> </h2><ol><li><strong>Find your public IP address:</strong> The easiest and quickest way to find your public IP address is to Google “What is my IP address.” Your IP address will be displayed. </li><li><strong>Find your private IP address (Windows 10): </strong>First, open <strong>Settings</strong> > click on <strong>Network and Internet</strong>. Then, on the next screen, select <strong>Status</strong> in left pane. In the right pane, click the <strong>Properties</strong> button for the active Network on your computer. Finally, on the Network Properties screen, you will see your <strong>Private IP Address</strong> listed. </li><li><strong>Find your private IP address (Windows 11):</strong> Open the <strong>Settings</strong> menu by going to <strong>Start</strong> > <strong>Settings</strong>. You can also use the keyboard shortcut Windows key + I to open the Settings page directly. Then click on <strong>Network & internet</strong>. On the next screen, scroll down, and on the right-hand side, you will find the IP address of your connection listed. </li></ol><p><br></p> </article> </main>
