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Networks are broken up into subnetworks to allow for faster data transfer, and easier management. Routers accomplish this by assigning subnet masks, a number that indicates where to look in the IP address to determine the subnetwork.<ref>http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/docs/ip/routing-information-protocol-rip/13788-3.html</ref> In most cases, finding the subnet mask on a computer is an easy task. Other devices present more of a challenge. If one prompts you to enter the subnet mask, you can usually use the same one as your computer. | Networks are broken up into subnetworks to allow for faster data transfer, and easier management. Routers accomplish this by assigning subnet masks, a number that indicates where to look in the IP address to determine the subnetwork.<ref>http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/docs/ip/routing-information-protocol-rip/13788-3.html</ref> In most cases, finding the subnet mask on a computer is an easy task. Other devices present more of a challenge. If one prompts you to enter the subnet mask, you can usually use the same one as your computer. | ||
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