What is local IP called?

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A Local IP address is the identifier (IPv4 or IPv6) that is assigned to your laptop, PC, mobile and any other device within your local network. It is not visible to the outer world, but it is required in order to use the internet.

Is local IP IPv4?

All IPv4 addresses can be divided into two major groups: global (or public, external) - this group can also be called 'WAN addresses' — those that are used on the Internet, and private (or local, internal) addresses — those that are used in the local network (LAN).

Is 192.168 a local IP?

This IP address is used because the router is on the 192.168. 1.0 network. In the same way, routers on the 192.168. 0.0 network are usually assigned the local, private IP address of 192.168.

Is local IP public or private?

Local Network Operator creates private IP addresses using network operating system. ISP, Internet Service Provider controls the public IP address. Private IP Addresses are free of cost. Public IP Address comes with a cost.

What is your public IP called?

Each device that accesses the internet uses a unique IP address. A public IP address is sometimes called an Internet IP.

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