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IP address

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Definition:

An IP address is the numerical designation of a computer attached to the Internet. They are usually written as 4 groups of 3 numbers (IPv4). Domain names use IP addresses as their address so that Web browsers can find their location on the Internet.

Also Known As: IP
Examples:

Some example IP addresses include:

63.251.36.255
66.35.250.150

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