Motius Glossary

The Motius Literary Index provides an alphabetical overview of the terms we use on our website.

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IP Addressing

IP addressing is a fundamental concept in computer networking and the Internet Protocol (IP) suite. It involves assigning unique numerical labels to devices connected to a network, allowing them to identify and communicate with each other across the internet or a local network. IP addresses play a crucial role in facilitating data transmission, routing, and network management.