The way it works Internet it is a real wonder and those who try to understand each of the components that are created, formed and established on any device, are entering something very interesting. Knowing the IP address, and identifying it dynamically or statically, is essential for filtering connections and improving the user experience.
If you are that kind of curious then you are reading the correct article, as here you will know the elements that are on your device every time you connect to a network domestic, work or university.
The IP issue
You've probably heard of IP before, but… how much is known about them? A system or device that provides Internet to your desktop computer, laptop, tablet and smartphone in your home, must have information related to each of these devices.
So that? In addition to being an important information for the devices responsible for providing Internet connection to all this variety of equipment, it can be very useful for the implementation of some security measures, such as the connection filtering.
However, this is another problem… the point is that IP is a set of important data for the correct functioning of the connection to the network established with other devices and which are of vital help for its identification.
I tipi on IP
In this sense, it is important to note that there are different types of IP, which, of course, most people are not aware of. That's why, as we said at the beginning… it is a much larger and more interesting world than anyone can imagine.
- On one side is the Public IP, which belongs to each of the devices connected to a network.
- On the other hand there is the Private IP, which, unlike the first, is assigned by the device in charge of distributing the signal (a router, for example) at the exact moment in which the connection is established.
Quick question: do you think there are only these two types of IPs? If the answer is no, you are right, as from these two types of IP derive two other classifications of these elements, which are known as:
- Static IP: has a permanent character in terms of identification when connected to a router (to cite an example).
- Dynamic IP: Device identification may vary when connecting and disconnecting from the network.
What type of IP do I have?
Given all this information, it is likely that it sparked curiosity and that you are interested in know what type of IP your computer has. Lucky for you, finding out is an extremely simple task, you just need to follow these instructions:
- Enter your computer settings.
- Click on the section "Network and Internet".
- Select the option that matches your connection type (WiFi or Ethernet).
- Click on «Change adapter options».
- A window will open in which you need to select the type of connection established on your computer again and right-click and then click on the option "Property".
The moment of truth!
After following all these steps, the moment you hit the option "Property". A new window will open with all the information you so much wanted to know.
In this new box, more precisely in the «General» tab, you will see a series of relative options to the IP address of your computer. Knowing if your IP is static or dynamic is very simple: if the option marked is «Obtain an IP address automatically». It means your computer address is dynamic.
Therefore, every time your computer (especially if it's portable) connects to your home or office Wi-Fi network, the router will assign you a different address.
Didn't you imagine it would be that easy?
As you have already seen, maintaining an internet connection has interesting elements like these, and accessing this type of information in Windows is extremely simple, information that, no doubt, will never hurt. Knowing if your IP address is dynamic or static has never been easier, what are you waiting for?
