[X4U] IP address on local network

[Jens Selvig]

Having static IP addresses on the local network helps with connecting  
and sharing files on the local computers. If you are using Bonjour on  
the Macs then this is not a  big issue but if you have mixed  
computers, ie. Windows, Lenix and Macs then it is helpful. Also having  
a static IP can help you to connect from the outside world back to  
your computer on your local network.

Jens


On Apr 26, 2009, at 9:52 PM, Daly Jessup wrote:

> I wanted to know what is the advantage of using reserved IP  
> addresses at the router based on MAC addresses vs. manually  
> assigning IP addresses in the Network Pref Pane (DHCP with manual  
> address assignments).
>
> Neil gave me an answer about why it's good to have permanent  
> addresses.
>
> I do understand why it's good to have permanent IP addresses. I  
> still don't understand why it might be preferable to do it at the  
> router with reservations based on MAC address, vs. setting up manual  
> IP addresses in the Network pref pane.
>
> Can someone clarify?

Jens Selvig
...Lost in Montana...