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That is actually the way the computers connect. Parts of the IP address are used to route the data to the correct ISP, and the rest are used for the network can find the other machine. If you use any site, they already know your IP address, since that is necessary so the servers will know where to send the data.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 10y agoA computers IP address is assigned to every single computer in the world and the number is unique to your computer. A computer having an IP address can make it possible for someone who breaks the law online can be found. An IP is the same thing serves the same purpose as your home address.
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∙ 13y agoPut simply, when your computer sends data across a network, the receiving computer will need an address to reply to.
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∙ 9y agoComputers need an IP address and a MAC address so that they are identifiable on a network. This also allows the computer to communicate.
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How do you differentiate computers on the same network?
Each computer has a unique name, IP address and MAC address. (not MAC as in McIntosh.)
Can routers to get info out of other computers?
Router can get your MAC address, IP address and computer name.
What is Mac binding?
Computers with a specified MAC address can only send and receive information with the IP address it is bound to. To use MAC address binding, you must associate an IP address on the specified interface with a MAC address.
Where do you find your computers sever CID?
Are you asking about MAC address
What is the function of the IPS?
IP address allows computers to communicated within WAN, while for communication in LAN they need only MAC.
Can two computers have the same MAC address?
NO, its not possible to have same MAC addresses for two different network cards. because MAC address is a unique part of the recognition of the network card and it is also called as PHYSICAL address of your PC. There is possibility of 2 network cards with same MAC address by 3rd party MAC spoofing techniques.........
Do A MAC address is used to identify Macintosh computers?
MAC stands for media access control adress
What is a Mac filter list?
It is a list on your internet router that filters computers by their MAC address, which is the fingerprint of the network adapter.
What is a numerical address used to identify computers and devices on a network?
MAC (Media Access Control) address.
Where is the Mac address on a computer?
A Media Access Control address (MAC address) is what identifies your computer on a network. You should be able to find it within your network preferences or in a summary of the computers status.
What does it mean mac computers?
Brand name-McIntosh
What do you do with a Mac address?
The Media Access Control - MAC Address is a number, created by the manufacturer, which identifies your computer on a network. If you have a wireless network, for example, you may want to add the MAC address for each computer you want to connect to the network, and tell the router to only allow these computers to connect, to prevent unknown computers connecting to your network.
