Many moons ago, humanity invented the Internet as a way of communication. It was revolutionary—building an interconnected network that would forever change how we share information, conduct business, and build relationships across the globe.  As it continued to grow and glow with thousands of millions of devices connected to it, we found ourselves in a bit of a situation: we’ve exhausted the system of unique numerical addresses known as IPv4 addresses that connect devices to the internet. This situation has led policymakers and network administrators to implement various strategies to efficiently manage and allocate IPv4 addresses. In this article, we discuss how global policies influence IPv4 address allocation, the challenges these policies address, and the future of IP address management.[…]

The internet operates on a vast network of devices, each with its unique identifier, known as an IP address. IP addresses are the foundation of how data is sent and received over the internet. Understanding the difference between public and private IP addresses is crucial for businesses, developers, and everyday users.  This article will explore what public and private IP addresses are, how they function, and why knowing the difference matters. What is an IP Address? An IP (Internet Protocol) address is a unique string of numbers assigned to every device connected to a network. This address acts like a digital fingerprint, allowing devices to communicate and share information over the internet or a local network. IP addresses can be[…]