What is an IP number?

Question

someone online asked for my IP what is it and where do I find it

Answer 1

The Internet Protocol (IP) is a protocol used for communicating data across a packet-switched internetwork using the Internet Protocol Suite (TCP/IP).

IP is the primary protocol in the Internet Layer of the Internet Protocol Suite and has the task of delivering datagrams (packets) from the source host to the destination host solely based on its address. For this purpose the Internet Protocol defines addressing methods and structures for datagram encapsulation. The first major version of addressing structure, now referred to as Internet Protocol Version 4 (IPv4) is still the dominant protocol of the Internet, although the successor, Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6) is actively deployed world-wide.

It's basically your ID in the internet worldwide. NEVER EVER gives your IP to unknown, he/ she may be a hacker who tries to hack your computer by asking info about you!

Answer 2

An IP is the address to your computer, it can be found in all programs, accessories, command prompt when you click on command prompt type inipconfig and it will bring up your ip address. Don't give this number out lightly. There is alot they could do to your computer with it.  

Answer 3

http://whatismyip.com/, that site will show you your ip, and your ip is your internet protocol it is how people can find you to play multiplayer games, etc...

IP Address (Internet Protocol Address): This number is an exclusive number all information technology devices (printers, routers, modems, et al) use which identifies and allows them the ability to communicate with each other on a computer network. There is a standard of communication which is called an Internet Protocol standard (IP). In laymans terms it is the same as your home address. In order for you to receive snail mail at home the sending party must have your correct mailing address (IP address) in your town (network) or you do not receive bills, pizza coupons or your tax refund. The same is true for all equipment on the internet. Without this specific address, information cannot be received. IP addresses may either be assigned permanently for an Email server/Business server or a permanent home resident or temporarily, from a pool of available addresses (first come first serve) from your Internet Service Provider. A permanent number may not be available in all areas and may cost extra so be sure to ask your ISP.