Internet Protocol Address

An Internet Protocol Address (IP Address) is a unique numerical label that is given to a network of computers and other devices. Its principle purpose is to identify computers and networks. The IP Address format usually is: XXX.XX.XXX.XXX (the last section may have less digits).

Finding Your Computer's IP Address

There are many websites that show you your computer's IP Address, some are:

• IP-Address : http://www.ip-adress.com/
• IP Chicken : http://www.ipchicken.com/
• IP Info : http://www.lawrencegoetz.com/programs/ipinfo/
• Show My IP : http://www.showmyip.com/
• What is My IP Address? : http://whatismyipaddress.com/

Check if your IP Address is blacklisted

Your IP Address may be blacklisted without you even knowing it. This could be a symptom of an unknown piece of Malware running on your computer, so it is important to check your IP Address against blacklists.

• Email Blacklist Check : http://www.mxtoolbox.com/blacklists.aspx
• What is My IP Address Blacklist Check : http://whatismyipaddress.com/blacklist-check