How is my IP address assigned?

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Hello Sir

I tried to give static ip address but thats not working at all.when i give command ipconfig no ip address was found

Thanks

how to set static isp ip address used in my pc

When I click run and type in ipconfig, my black window comes only for a split second, and then disaapears. I can't check my ip address or anything else. What is wrong with it?
Bob

Run a command prompt (usually in Programs->Accessories) and type your ipconfig in that.

How to get an external ip address of my computer connected to a router?

There are several sites that'll tell you. If you visit http://plotip.com it'll show you that.

Some One Says They Have Got My I.p Address An Can Hack Into My Computor , Is This Possible?

It depends on how well protected you are, but it's possible, yes. This article is worth reading: http://ask-leo.com/how_do_i_keep_my_computer_safe_on_the_internet.html

Is there any way to fool IP reading websites into thinking you have a different IP from the same computer? For example some websites limit the amount of downloads one IP address can make. Is there any way to make it think I have a different IP address even though I'm on the same computer?

when will you post your answer to the question posted by Mark on Nov.2, 2005 asking if you can fool IP reading websites into thinking you have a different IP from the same computer.

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