What is a dedicated IP address?

The IP address is present in all computers and servers. Therefore, all sites that are hosted on the same server have a common IP by default. This article will help you understand the terms, as well as determine whether you need a dedicated IP.
 

What is an IP address?

An IP is a unique address that is assigned to every computer and server and is therefore a numerical identifier that indicates the location on the network. In simple terms, it's like your home address with the name of the country, street and house.
 

What types of IP are there?

There are currently two formats for IP addresses: IPv4 and IPv6. There are more than 4 billion addresses in the IPv4 version, but it is likely that the addresses may run out, as the Internet grows more and more with new sites and services every day. To avoid such situations, IPv6 was developed.
It is impossible not to mention that there are two divisions: a public or, as it is also called, an external ip address, as well as a private (internal) one. Using an external IP - access to the network occurs, and private ones are used to operate a local network for enterprises.
 

What is the difference between a static IP and a dynamic one?

Before we talk about how they differ, let's figure out what a dynamic and static IP address is:

1. Static is a permanent IP address;

2. Dynamic - temporary IP address.

If we talk about the differences, it is important to note here that static ip addresses are used regardless of time (unlimited), since they are an identifier for one network node, the address is set automatically on the device or specified manually. Those who use a dynamic IP address know that such an address works as a mask, because it is technically impossible to trace it.
 

What is a dedicated IP?

A dedicated IP address is only the address that only you actually use. In other words, it is a unique numerical combination that determines the location of the desired website or sender.

In addition, this type of IP allows you to keep statistics on the traffic to your site or any other resource.
 

How can I get a dedicated IP?

There is an opinion that a dedicated IP address can improve the position of a web resource in search engines. Subscribers of the BRIZ provider can independently activate this service in their personal account when paying for their package. If you need a dedicated IP address after paying the tariff, contact the BRIZ support operator, and he will help you in this matter.
 

What are the benefits of a dedicated IP?

• Protection against hacker DoS attacks
  If you use a dedicated IP address, you will have protection against hacker DoS attacks that destroy the server's performance. Recall that up to 300 sites can be located on one IP address, but if DoS attacks occur, absolutely all sites will suffer.
• Protection against getting an IP address on the black list
  As a rule, if one of the neighbors on the server publishes prohibited content, you are automatically protected from blocking and your IP address will not be subject to sanctions.
• Protection against mail service filters
  Due to the fact that other users can send letters, spam and repeatedly receive complaints - this can threaten to block everyone on this server. However, with a dedicated IP, there will be no such problem.
• Setting up VPN channels
  By creating such channels, it is possible to interact with the company's branches.
• Analysis of attendance of your resource
  Due to the fact that non-standard ports and dedicated IP addresses are used, it became possible to monitor site traffic.

What are the disadvantages of a dedicated IP?

1. Dedicated IP addresses do not always give you access to the hosting you need. This may result in you being forced to move your site to a new hosting provider.

2. In the event that you do not reach a certain bar in terms of increasing your reputation, this may lead to the fact that the available benefits will be even more inaccessible. Therefore, it is very important to always be involved in the process.

The ability to allocate a static IP address is often of interest to advanced users. After all, the presence of such an address allows you to use your computer as a host for your own website or even create your own ftp server. Subscribers can independently activate this service through their personal account on the website or contact the BRIZ support manager for help.