FAQ

The IP Address is a unique number assigned to your computer connection by your home or office or employer's Internet Service Provider (ISP). This unique number serves as the ID of your connection when it's accessing the Internet. It functions like your street address—if someone wants to send you mail or you order a pizza, your address is needed for the postman or delivery person to find your home. The same process applies to your computer, your IP address is used to route information from the Internet to your computer. Depending on the type of ISP service agreement you have, the IP Address is assigned to your computer's connection on a provisional basis and usually changes whenever you reboot your router.

IPv4 and IPv6 are two versions of the Internet Protocol. IPv4 uses 32-bit addresses, which limits the number of unique addresses to approximately 4.3 billion. IPv6 uses 128-bit addresses, providing a significantly larger number of unique addresses (approximately 340 undecillion). IPv6 also offers improved security and better support for mobile devices.

You can find your public IP address by visiting websites like IP-Toolbox.com or using our IP address lookup tool. These services will display your public IP address, which is the address assigned to your internet connection by your ISP.

DNS stands for Domain Name System. It is often referred to as the phonebook of the internet. DNS translates human-readable domain names (like www.ip-toolbox.com) into IP addresses (like 192.0.2.1) that computers use to identify each other on the network. This process allows users to access websites using memorable domain names instead of complex IP addresses.

A DNS lookup is the process of finding the IP address associated with a domain name. When you enter a domain name into your web browser, a DNS lookup is performed to translate that domain name into an IP address, allowing your browser to connect to the correct server.

A subnet mask is used to divide an IP address into two parts: the network address and the host address. It helps determine which portion of the IP address is used for the network and which part is used for the hosts within that network. Common subnet masks include 255.255.255.0 for Class C networks and 255.255.0.0 for Class B networks.

You can use our website availability tool to check if a website is online and accessible. This tool sends a request to the specified URL and reports back on its status, helping you determine if the website is up and running or experiencing downtime.

A .htpasswd file is used to store usernames and passwords for basic authentication on Apache web servers. It allows you to restrict access to certain directories or files on your website, ensuring that only authorized users can access them. The .htpasswd generator tool helps create these files easily.

To secure your network, you can implement several measures such as using strong passwords, enabling network encryption (WPA3), keeping your router firmware up to date, and using a firewall. Additionally, you can use tools like .htpasswd to restrict access to sensitive areas of your website.

There are several reasons why you might not be able to access a website. It could be due to issues with your internet connection, DNS settings, or the website itself being down. You can use our website availability tool to check if the website is online.

A slow internet connection can be caused by various factors, including network congestion, outdated hardware, or issues with your ISP. Try restarting your router, checking for background downloads, or contacting your ISP for further assistance.