IP Addresses - We Are Running Short!

AnimeSpirit · 08-06-2007, 11:44 AM

I don't know about that. With IPs going as fast as they are, I wouldn't be a bit surprised if we eventually run out. The dynamic IP system was great when people had dial-up and computers that weren't online didn't need an IP, but now more and more people are using broadband and dedicated lines, meaning they each use an IP 24/7.

In order to run a website, you need a web host with an IP and a DNS with its own IP. Depending on your network, you might also have an SQL server, a streaming server, a mail server, and who knows what else.

Logically, we have got to run out of addresses at some point.

08-06-2007, 11:44 AM	#3
AnimeSpirit SBLive! Veteran Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Nowhere Age: 43 Posts: 1,659 Rep Power: 284	I don't know about that. With IPs going as fast as they are, I wouldn't be a bit surprised if we eventually run out. The dynamic IP system was great when people had dial-up and computers that weren't online didn't need an IP, but now more and more people are using broadband and dedicated lines, meaning they each use an IP 24/7. In order to run a website, you need a web host with an IP and a DNS with its own IP. Depending on your network, you might also have an SQL server, a streaming server, a mail server, and who knows what else. Logically, we have got to run out of addresses at some point. __________________ Confuscious says~

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