Information Systems and Computer Applications CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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Which of the following statements best describes the purpose of an IP address?

To enable computers belonging to a network to communicate
To securely store and encrypt data
To control the speed of the internet connection
To track web browsing history

The correct answer is: To enable computers belonging to a network to communicate

An IP address's primary purpose is to allow devices within a network to communicate with one another. When a device connects to the internet, it is assigned an IP address, which acts as a unique identifier for that device. This allows for data to be transmitted between devices across the network. The other options are incorrect because storing and encrypting data, controlling internet speed, and tracking web browsing history are not the main functions of an IP address. While an IP address may be used for these purposes, they are not its primary intent.