I just got a Zyxel Modem from Century Link and 5 usable Static IPs in a block of 8. I configured the modem for "transparent bridging" and configured the PPOE credentials on a DD-WRT router and now it ...

Network professionals recognize the importance of correctly configuring IP addresses on network nodes. IP addresses -- and their related subnet masks -- are critical to network communications. Most ...

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If you've ever needed a computer or device on your network to always be reachable at the same address, you need that machine to be static. Here's why. IP addresses are like opinions… everyone has one.

Most people understand that when you connect to the internet, your internet service provider assigns your modem and network an internet protocol (IP) address. That's your external or public-facing IP.