AI engineering glossary · Computing foundations

What is IP address?

IP address (also called IPv4): A numeric label identifying a device on a network so that packets can be delivered to it. IPv4 addresses look like 192.168.1.10, and the newer IPv6 uses longer hexadecimal addresses.

Level: beginnerTopic: Computing foundations

IP address: an example

Your home router might give your phone the local address 192.168.1.5.

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IP address is part of the AI Engineering Program, which teaches it with notes, a hands-on lab and an exam. The first lesson is free.

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