Chapter 17 Essays
1. Describe DHCP.
DHCP allows a computer to join an IP-based network without having a
pre-configured IP address. DHCP is a protocol that assigns unique IP addresses
to devices, then releases and renews these addresses as devices leave and
re-join the network.
2. Describe a domain name (short description) and give some examples.
Domain Name System, or DNS, is the most recognized system for assigning
addresses to Internet web servers. Somewhat like international phone numbers,
the domain name system helps to give every Internet server a memorable and
easy-to-spell address. Simultaneously, the domain names keep the really
technical IP address invisible for most viewers.
Coca-Cola.com 216.64.210.28
google.com 74.125.139.113
godaddy.com 97.74.104.201
1. Describe DHCP.
DHCP allows a computer to join an IP-based network without having a
pre-configured IP address. DHCP is a protocol that assigns unique IP addresses
to devices, then releases and renews these addresses as devices leave and
re-join the network.
2. Describe a domain name (short description) and give some examples.
Domain Name System, or DNS, is the most recognized system for assigning
addresses to Internet web servers. Somewhat like international phone numbers,
the domain name system helps to give every Internet server a memorable and
easy-to-spell address. Simultaneously, the domain names keep the really
technical IP address invisible for most viewers.
Coca-Cola.com 216.64.210.28
google.com 74.125.139.113
godaddy.com 97.74.104.201
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