IP whitelisting -FAQs

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• What is an IP address? 
• Is IP whitelisting similar to IP blacklisting? 

An IP address, on the other hand, is a unique numerical identifier assigned to a device or network. It helps in identifying the device or network.  It consists of alphanumeric characters separated by periods.

Examples of IP Addresses: 

• 192.168.0.1 
• 127.0.0.1 

• 2001:db8::1 

IP address helps devices communicate and send data to each other over the internet or a local network. IP addresses play a fundamental role in routing data packets, allowing them to be correctly delivered to their intended destinations.

IP whitelisting is a proactive approach where a list of trusted IP networks are configured using which a network, system, or application can be accessed. that exactly contrasts with IP blacklisting, which blocks known malicious addresses. 

To know more about configuring IP whitelisting, read here.