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What Is a Public IP Address?
A public IP address lets devices and websites exchange data across the internet.
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IPv4 vs. IPv6: What Is the Difference?
IPv4 and IPv6 are internet addressing protocols that commonly operate side by side.
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Can an IP Address Reveal Your Location?
IP geolocation usually estimates a region or network location, not a precise physical position.
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What Does an IP Lookup Show?
An IP lookup summarizes public network and approximate geolocation data for an address.
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How a VPN Changes Your IP Address
A VPN usually makes websites see the VPN server address instead of your direct public IP.
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DNS Leak vs. WebRTC Leak: What Is the Difference?
DNS and WebRTC can expose different network signals, so they need different tests and explanations.
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