An IP address (Internet Protocol address) is a unique string of numbers assigned to every device connected to a network. It acts like a digital mailing address, letting devices identify and communicate with each other across the internet or local networks. There are two types: IPv4 (e.g., 192.168.1.1) and the newer IPv6 format, which supports far more devices. Your public IP address helps websites recognize your location and identity, while local IPs organize traffic inside your home network.
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