Inquiries regarding ips
Inquiries regarding ips
You're asking about IP addresses and their different types. IPv4 and IPv6 are the main versions, with public IPs belonging to ISPs and private IPs used within networks like your home or office. The IPs you see changing depend on your location and network settings. Regarding safety, some private IP ranges can be used for testing or local networks but may pose risks if exposed publicly due to potential spoofing or tracking. Always ensure you're using secure practices when handling private IPs online.
Public IP addresses are typically given by your Internet Service Provider for your modem. These can travel across the web. Your router assigns private IPs, which are used inside your local network. Through NAT, the single public IP from your ISP is shared among all devices on your network. IPv4 was the original standard, but it has a limited number of addresses, which is why NAT was created. In reality, you’re running out of IPv4 addresses. This means your ISP’s allocation is fixed. Some providers now use NAT like routers to distribute IPv4 among many users. Certain ISPs, such as Comcast, offer dual-stack support, giving you both IPv4 and IPv6. Some websites are limited to IPv4, requiring that specific address, while others are IPv6-only and need the corresponding IP. Public IPs can be targeted in attacks like DDOS. However, remember each packet sent over the internet includes your IP address, so hiding it isn’t straightforward. Using a VPN might help conceal your identity a bit, but I won’t explain how it works.
Additionally, if multiple websites displaying your WAN IP provide varying addresses, it might indicate your ISP frequently changes your public IP. Would this occur when you switch between these sites rapidly?