In a wide-area network that uses the static IP addressing method, a computer may have multiple static IP addresses to identify it across all the sub-domains of the wide-area network. Large ...

One of the things I have learned here is to keep everything set for DHCP on my home network. This is for simplicity and reliability while eliminating the need to muck around with static ips. But I ...

When you need a Linux system to have a static IP address rather than one that is set dynamically by DHCP, all that's required is some configuration changes and a restart. Follow these steps to make ...

When a network router doesn't have enough network ports to connect all the necessary devices, a switch can be used to add additional ports. In the case of business networks, switches are often ...

IP addresses are like opinions… everyone has one. But not every IP address is created equal. Some IP addresses are dynamic, which means they automatically change, based on router settings. Also: ...

In recent issues of this and the Convergence newsletters (see the Convergence newsletter archives), we opined that there were few reasons why you would need a static IP address for a residential ...

To begin the process, it’s necessary to have an Azure account with an active subscription and an existing Azure Virtual Machine. By default, Azure assigns a dynamic private IP address to VMs, allowing ...

How to configure a static IP address in Ubuntu Server 18.04 Your email has been sent Canonical has changed the way we configure static IPs in Ubuntu. Jack Wallen shows you how it's done. From the ...

If you're looking for a more reliable connection, a dedicated IP address may be a better option for you. Learn about the benefits of having a static IP, as well as the best VPNs for providing them.