How DHCP Gives Your Device an IP Address

Tap through to learn how DHCP magically assigns IP addresses to your phone, laptop, or smart TV, making Wi-Fi connections seamless in just seconds!

DHCP = Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. It’s the hero that gives devices IP addresses automatically!

What Is DHCP?

Without DHCP, you’d manually set IPs for every gadget. Tedious, right?

Why Do We Need It?

DHCP server (like your router) assigns IPs. DHCP client (your device) asks for one.

Meet the Player

DORA = Discover, Offer, Request, Acknowledge. Step 1: Device says, ‘I need an IP!’

The DORA Process Begin

Step 2: Server replies, ‘Take this IP!’ (like 192.168.1.15).

Server Offers an IP

Step 3: Device says, ‘I want that IP!

Device Requests It

Step 4: Server confirms, ‘It’s yours!’ You’re online!

Server Seals the Deal

IPs are ‘rented’ for a time—like 24 hours—then renewed or reused.

IP Leasing

DHCP makes Wi-Fi easy, saves time, and prevents IP mix-ups!

Why DHCP Rock

A single DHCP server can manage 100s of devices—like in a busy café!

Fun Fact

Want details? Check our full guide on DHCP and dynamic IPs!

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