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Which IP address class is specifically reserved for testing purposes?
Which IP address class is specifically reserved for testing purposes?
What is the correct starting number for loopback IP addresses used in testing?
What is the correct starting number for loopback IP addresses used in testing?
Which of the following IP address prefixes should not be used for actual network addressing?
Which of the following IP address prefixes should not be used for actual network addressing?
An IP address that starts with 127 is typically used for what purpose?
An IP address that starts with 127 is typically used for what purpose?
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Which of these IP address ranges is not designated for testing?
Which of these IP address ranges is not designated for testing?
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IP Addresses for Testing
- IP addresses starting with
127are used for testing purposes. These are called loopback addresses. They refer to the local machine itself, allowing software to test network communication without actually sending data across a network.
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This quiz explores the concept of IP addresses, particularly focusing on loopback addresses starting with 127. Understanding these addresses is essential for grasping how local testing works in network communication.
