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IPv4

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IPv4

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Also known as: Internet Protocol version 4

Last updated August 9, 2026

Definition

IPv4 is the classic Internet Protocol that uses 32-bit addresses written like 192.168.1.1. Many networks still rely on it alongside IPv6.

Real-World Example

Your home router’s address 192.168.0.1 is an IPv4 private address.

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