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ip

IP stands for Internet Protocol, which is the way phones, computers, and other devices communicate with each other over the internet. An IP address is like a house address. It's a string of numbers that tell other devices exactly where to find something on the internet. That way, if you type a website into your phone or computer, the IP address helps that device find the website so you can look at it.
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