India Exam Junction
18. What is the purpose of an IP address in computer networking?
Identify a website
Identify a computer on a network
Determine internet speed
Manage email accounts
Correct Answer :
Identify a computer on a network
Solution
An IP address (Internet Protocol address) is a unique numerical identifier assigned to every device connected to a network. Its primary purpose is to allow devices to identify and communicate with each other over the internet or local networks. It ensures proper routing of data between the sender and the recipient. Examples include IPv4 (e.g., 192.168.1.1) and IPv6 addresses.