IP Address (7)

Every computer running TCP/IP needs an IP address. This address has to be unique inside a sub network but is not worldwide unique.

 

Pros/Cons

+ Works in single user and network environment

+ Ideal for a server with an static IP address

- Only unique in a subnet, not unique worldwide

- See considerations above with dial-up connections

- Allows to install the application multiple times on the same server / computer

 

Recommendation

Can used as an alternative for the hostname

 

This feature is only available in the Professional Edition.