an IP address (Internet Protocol address) is a numeric address that is given to servers and users connected to the internet. when you go "online" you are assigned an IP address by your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
an IP address is a set of four numbers separated by periods or dots (also called a dotted quad):
your ip is 38.103.63.61
IP assignment
IP assignment is how your computer gets an IP address from your Internet Service Provider, your IP address may be the same every time you log on this is called a (static) or it can change and be assigned each time you connect (dynamic).
to use remote access services or applications such as PC Anywhere you will need to be able to locat your network over the internet. if you do not have a static IP address you can purchase one from your ISP or you can use the free service provided several providers
dyndns.org
web site: www.dyndns.org
dynamic DNS (DDNS) allows you to create a hostname that points to your dynamic IP or static IP address or URL. most netgear routers contain an option to automatically update your IP address with dyndns servers. if your router does not support dynamic DNS, you can install client DNS update software that willautomatically update your ip address to the DynDNS server.
No-IP
web site: www.no-ip.com
No-IP Free offers an easier way for others to locate you on the Internet. No-IP.com will provide you with a program that notifies them whenever your computer's IP address changes. instead of being just a number on the internet, your server is now always available by the same easy-to-remember name.
Note: you must register a free account and add host names at the No-IP.com Web site in order to use this client application.
