Internet Protocol (IP) Address Question:
How will I know my IP Address?
Answer:
Every Operating System has its own way of showing the IP Address. In windows,
1. Click Start – Programs – Accessories – Command Prompt.
2. Type ipconfig and press Enter. This will show the IP Address, Subnet Mask and the Default Gateway. For detailed information, type ipconfig /all and press Enter. In Unix/Linux/Solaris Open a Terminal window and type ifconfig. NOTE: This requires you to have sufficient priviledges to execute the command.
1. Click Start – Programs – Accessories – Command Prompt.
2. Type ipconfig and press Enter. This will show the IP Address, Subnet Mask and the Default Gateway. For detailed information, type ipconfig /all and press Enter. In Unix/Linux/Solaris Open a Terminal window and type ifconfig. NOTE: This requires you to have sufficient priviledges to execute the command.
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