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Two hosts are connected to the same network. Which description is consistent with the structure of their IP addresses?.
- A.Their network identifier parts are the same and their host identifier parts distinguish the hosts
- B.Their host identifier parts are the same and their network identifier parts distinguish the hosts
- C.Both parts must be different in every address
- D.Neither address has a network identifier part
Model answer
What a good answer should say
- Their network identifier parts are the same and their host identifier parts distinguish the hosts
Explanation
Why this works
Hosts on the same network share the network identifier. The host identifier part distinguishes one host from another within that network.
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