What Is Subnet Mask?
A 32-bit value paired with an IPv4 address that identifies which portion of the address represents the network and which represents the host.
Subnet Mask across 2 exams
Subnet Mask appears on the following exams. Each defines it in the context candidates are tested on:
- CCST Networking
- A 32-bit value paired with an IPv4 address that identifies which portion of the address represents the network and which represents the host.
- Network+
- A value that divides an IP address into its network and host portions, defining the boundaries of a local network segment.