static to dynamic IP Address

jpjonnyjp · #1 (**permalink**) 02-15-2010, 09:13 PM

I'm setting up wireless internet access for the first time using a Netgear wireless router. During the install it says that my pcs have static IP addresses and it will automatically change then to dynamic IP addresses. Can anyone advise what the possible implications of this change may be. i.e. will I find I have wireless connectivity but a load of other stuff no longer works.

Andrew22 · #2 (**permalink**) 02-19-2010, 02:31 PM

If you feel the need to always know what your IP address is then you need a Static IP address, because it is constant. Static IP addresses are more reliable for Voice over Internet Protocol (VOIP), more reliable to host a gaming website or to play X-Box, Play Station, use Virtual Private Network for secure access to files from your company network computer, etc. Static IP addresses are also great if you use your computer as a server, as it should give your file server faster file uploads and downloads. Another plus with Static IP's, when hosting a website you are not sharing your IP with another company who sends out a lot of E-mail SPAM and not only has their website been shut down but in turn gets your IP address blacklisted.

In contrast a static IP address can become a security risk, because the address is always the same. Static IP's are easier to track for data mining companies. Static IP addressing is less cost effective than Dynamic IP Addressing.

raicol · #3 (**permalink**) 05-26-2010, 11:36 AM

Ya,static IP address, is constant and its more reliable for (VOIP). Static IP address might be risky because its always same. Its easy to track.

Regards,
Raicol
Static IP Address

jervin · #4 (**permalink**) 06-03-2010, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by raicol

Ya,static IP address, is constant and its more reliable for (VOIP). Static IP address might be risky because its always same. Its easy to track.

Regards,
Raicol
Static IP Address

What? Can you say that again pls.

Mark Wough · #5 (**permalink**) 07-23-2010, 11:48 AM

All computers connected to internet have a unique IP address. Generally IP address is dynamic in nature and changes when you restart you system or your modem (Disconnect - connect). Static IP address is necessary when you want to recognize your system by a unique IP address same all the time like web servers (where web sites are hosted). Static IP address is necessary to establish a Web Server.