The Internet Addressing

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The lecture introduces Internet Addressing, explaining that connected computers require a system to uniquely identify each device. The text defines a computer address as a unique number or name necessary to access web pages. The lesson focuses on IP Addresses, specifically IPv4, defined as a 32-bit number divided into four octets. The instructor uses the example 192.168.1.1 to illustrate this format. The text details that each octet ranges from 0 to 255, resulting in over 4 billion possible addresses. The instructor contrasts IPv4 with IPv6, noting the latter uses 128 bits.

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   The instructor begins with the section "The Internet Addressing," highlighting the need for unique identification. The text states, "Each computer connected to the Internet is associated with a unique number and/or a name called computer address." The view scrolls to "IP Address," showing a laptop with "192.168.1.1". The instructor writes "IP - 32 bit" and "IPv4 - 32" on the screen. She attempts to write binary numbers but focuses on the decimal representation. She writes "4 octet" to describe the structure. The text explains the range 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255. Finally, she writes "IPv6 - 128 bit" to introduce the next version.

This segment establishes the basic architecture of network addressing. It clarifies that IP addresses serve as unique identifiers for devices. The technical breakdown of IPv4 as a 32-bit address split into four octets is central, with decimal notation (0-255 per octet) making it human-readable. The mention of IPv6 highlights the evolution of addressing standards to accommodate more devices, moving from 32 bits to 128 bits.