Understanding IP Addresses, Subnets, and Gateways

This article explains the basics of IP addressing for users managing servers at Circle City Servers.

IP Address

An IP address is a unique identifier assigned to your server on a network. Your server will have at least one public IPv4 address.

Subnet Mask

The subnet mask defines the size of your network. Common examples include /24 (255.255.255.0) and /32 (single IP).

Default Gateway

The default gateway is the router your server uses to communicate with devices outside its local network. It is usually the first usable IP in your subnet.

Example Configuration

  • IP Address: 192.0.2.10
  • Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 (/24)
  • Gateway: 192.0.2.1

Need Help?

If you need help configuring networking, contact us through the Circle City Servers Support Portal.

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