Assigning Static IP Addresses in Windows
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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>The IP address of the router</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do you need to enter the address of the preferred DNS server?

    <p>To help the computer find web pages and other addresses on the internet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box?

    <p>To assign an IP address to the computer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many steps are involved in assigning an IP address on a Windows-based computer system?

    <p>10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of assigning a static IP address to each device in a home network?

    <p>It prevents address conflicts and makes troubleshooting easier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what step do you type the IP address for your computer?

    <p>Step 6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in assigning an IP address on a Windows-based computer system?

    <p>Open the Control Panel’s Network Connections icon</p> Signup and view all the answers

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