To answer this question, complete the lab using the information below. The Ethernet 2 adapter in your computer is physically connected to the lab network using a wired connection, as shown in Exhibits. This adapter is currently configured to use DHCP for its IP address assignment. However, a DHCP server has not been implemented on the lab network, so you must assign a static IP address to this adapter. In this lab, your task is to assign the static IPv4 addressing information to the Ethernet 2 adapter in your computer as follows: - For the host IP address, use the last valid IP address within the subnet. - For the subnet mask, use the same subnet mask configured on the router in Exhibits. - Configure default gateway and DNS server addresses using the ifformation in Exhibits.

Did you know that the concept of IP addressing dates back to the early days of ARPANET, the predecessor of the internet? Initially, IP addresses were assigned manually, making networks prone to human error and inefficient. Eventually, this led to the development of DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) in the 1990s, which automated the allocation of IP addresses and simplified network management. So, while you’re manually assigning a static IP in this lab, remember the roots of this essential technology! When it comes to real-world applications, static IPs play a crucial role in various scenarios. For instance, servers hosting websites or applications often require static IPs to ensure reliability and consistency, as dynamism can lead to connectivity issues. Similarly, devices like printers on a network are frequently assigned static IPs so that users can always find them without having to track changing addresses. So, while DHCP is fantastic for client devices, static IPs still have their indispensable place in the tech ecosystem!