Assigning Static IP Addresses in Windows

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Why is it ideal to assign a specific IP address to each device in a home network?

  • To troubleshoot easily and avoid address conflicts (correct)
  • To reduce the number of devices on the network
  • To disconnect devices from the network
  • To connect to the internet

What is the purpose of the subnet mask in a local network?

  • To set up the default gateway
  • To define the scope of the local network (correct)
  • To connect devices to the internet
  • To assign IP addresses

What is the default gateway address in a local network?

  • The IP address of the modem
  • The IP address of the DNS server
  • The IP address of the computer
  • The IP address of the router (correct)

What is the purpose of the preferred DNS server address?

<p>To help the computer find web pages and other addresses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the common subnet mask value used in a local network?

<p>255.255.255.0 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the step to access the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box?

<p>Click the Properties button in the Status dialog box (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of assigning an IP address to a computer?

<p>To prevent address conflicts between devices (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the step to enter the IP address of the preferred DNS server?

<p>Type the address of the preferred DNS server (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the step to access the Network Connections icon?

<p>Open the Control Panel (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of troubleshooting in a network?

<p>To figure out the IP address of each device (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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