IP configuration

[MeaganShoults12]

I want to implement a mechanism that automates the IP configuration, including IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS information. Which protocol will I use to accomplish this? Thanks in advance.

 

[Sinistercr0c]

In very simple terms you need two things:

1. A device that will act as your DHCP server (in home networks this is usually your router). DHCP is the mechanism used to allocate IP addresses to devices requesting them automatically (via DHCP).

2. Set your PC's to obtain an IP address via DHCP.

Name resolution handled by your ISP (service provider) so you should not need to apply any DNS settings.

Hope this helps.