What is DHCP and how does it work DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a protocol that is commonly used in networks for dynamic IP addressing configuration. Every user’s device needs at least IP address to join the network and connect to services. When computer first connects to local network with cable or WiFi SSID, first thing is to look for IP address, netmask, default gateway and DNS servers. Host connecting to network (cable or wireless) sends DHCP discover message to all hosts in Layer 2 segment (destination address is FF:FF:FF:FF:FF:FF). Frame with this DISCOVER message hits the DHCP Server. 2. After the DHCP Server receives discover message it suggests the IP addressing offering to the client host by unicast. This OFFER message contains: proposed IP address for client (here 192.168.1.10) subnet mask to identify the subnet space (here 255.255.255.0) IP of default gateway for subn...
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