DHCP

DHCP, or Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, is a system that automatically assigns IP addresses to devices on a network. When you connect a device like a laptop or smartphone, DHCP gives it a unique IP address so it can communicate with other devices and access the internet. This process simplifies network management by eliminating the need to manually set up addresses for each device. DHCP ensures that IP addresses are used efficiently and avoids conflicts, making the network more organized and easier to maintain.