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can we assign the same ip address to two different PC's ? if so then how does it work when sending or receiving packets?
An IP address is a unique numerical identifier assigned to every device connected to a network, which allows it to communicate with other devices on the network.
No, two devices cannot have the same IP address on the same network. Each device must have a unique IP address for proper communication.
If two devices on the same network share the same IP address, it will lead to conflicts and disruption of network communication. This can result in network errors and connectivity issues.
Yes, it is possible for two devices to have the same IP address if they are on different networks. This is because the IP address is only unique within a specific network.
IP addresses are assigned either manually by a network administrator or automatically through a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server. The DHCP server assigns IP addresses from a pool of available addresses to each device connected to the network.