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What is the main reason for assigning a static IP address to each device in a home network?
What is the main reason for assigning a static IP address to each device in a home network?
- To make the devices connect to each other wirelessly
- To make the devices use less electricity
- To make the devices connect to the internet faster
- To avoid address conflicts and make troubleshooting easier (correct)
What is the second step in assigning an IP address on a Windows-based computer system?
What is the second step in assigning an IP address on a Windows-based computer system?
- Type the IP address for your computer
- Open the Properties button in the Status dialog box
- Open the icon representing your computer’s network connection (correct)
- Choose Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) from the list of items
What is the typical subnet mask value used on a local network?
What is the typical subnet mask value used on a local network?
- 255.0.0.0
- 255.255.255.0 (correct)
- 255.255.0.0
- 255.0.255.0
What is the default gateway address in a home network?
What is the default gateway address in a home network?
Why do you need to enter the address of the preferred DNS server?
Why do you need to enter the address of the preferred DNS server?
What is the purpose of the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box?
What is the purpose of the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box?
How many steps are involved in assigning an IP address on a Windows-based computer system?
How many steps are involved in assigning an IP address on a Windows-based computer system?
What is the benefit of assigning a static IP address to each device in a home network?
What is the benefit of assigning a static IP address to each device in a home network?
In what step do you type the IP address for your computer?
In what step do you type the IP address for your computer?
What is the first step in assigning an IP address on a Windows-based computer system?
What is the first step in assigning an IP address on a Windows-based computer system?
