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IPv4 Foundations

Public vs Private IPv4 Addresses

IPv4 Foundations

Public vs Private IPv4 Addresses

beginner

Learn the RFC 1918 private ranges and how NAT connects private networks to the Internet.

10 steps 10 minBeginner

What you'll learn

  • Understand the difference between public and private IPv4 addresses
  • Identify the private IPv4 address ranges
  • Explain why private IP addresses are used in local networks
  • Understand how devices with private addresses communicate with the internet
  • Recognize public vs private addressing concepts on the CCNA exam

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