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How Do You Obtain Your Own IP Addresses?

6/24/2026

How Do You Obtain Your Own IP Addresses?

Getting your own IP addresses can mean going straight to a Regional Internet Registry for next to nothing, or paying to lease or buy space on the open market. Here's how each route works, what it costs, and which one actually fits your situation.

IP Address Prices in 2026: What the Market Data Tells Us

6/24/2026

IP Address Prices in 2026: What the Market Data Tells Us

IPv4 prices went through one of the sharpest corrections on record in 2025, and 2026 is showing the first real signs of a turnaround. Here's what the latest market data says an IP address actually costs this year, and what's driving the numbers.

Understanding IPv4 and IPv6 Block Sizes

5/8/2026

Understanding IPv4 and IPv6 Block Sizes

IP address blocks are the backbone of how networks are organized and routed across the internet, but the differences between IPv4 and IPv6 allocations can be confusing. This guide breaks down block sizes, CIDR notation, and what it all means in practice.

What Is IPSec, and How Does It Secure Your Network Traffic?

12/10/2024

What Is IPSec, and How Does It Secure Your Network Traffic?

In this article, we’ll explain how IPSec works, how it relates to IPv4 and IPv6, and why it’s often used as a VPN protocol.

IPv4 vs. IPv6 - What's the Difference, and Is Either Better?

12/1/2024

IPv4 vs. IPv6 - What's the Difference, and Is Either Better?

Learn all about IP addresses and the advantages and limitations of both IPv4 and IPv6.