DHCP

DHCP Protocol

Protocol Description

The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a way for servers to automatically provide IP addresses to devices on a local network.

Full Name

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

Abbreviation

DHCP

Known Ports

  • UDP 67 - DHCP server port.
  • UDP 68 - DHCP client port.

Category

Networking

External Resources

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