For one to be able to create multiple logical networks within a Class A, B, or C network, one needs to know the principle of subnet. Without using subnets, one could only use a single network no ...

Subnetting a Class C network can be a tricky process to master. From MCSE to CCNA to RHCE to CNE, you'll have to know it and know it well. Todd Lammle walks you through clear instructions and ...

The bits in the mask identify both hosts and subnets. The more hosts, the fewer subnets; the more subnets, the fewer hosts can be individually addressed. These bits become a tradeoff based on the ...

Howdy,<BR><BR>I am somewhat of a neophyte when it comes to networking and making it all work. However, I've recently come into a situation at work where some more ...

George Ou explains IP subnetting using his own graphical approach. It's a great primer for students and a nice refresher for others. IP subnetting is a fundamental subject that’s critical for any IP ...

I have some questions about subnets, I don't understand what they do or how they work. My home network uses 255.255.255.0 as the subnet mask, and the network at my school uses 255.255.0.0. Why are ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. The last editionof this column discussed subnet masks and the nature of IP addressing. In this ...

Charlene, They are technically not the same. However, in practice, often they are implemented as if they were equivalent. A VLAN is created by grouping devices based on their hardware or mac addresses ...