Javier is installing a Linux system and needs to change the IP address. He uses the
Ifconfig command to change the address, but he notices that it reverts back to the original
address when he reboots the system. Why does the IP address revert after Javier has
changed it?
A.
The Ifconfig command is used to change the broadcast address only
B.
The Ifconfig command is not permanent; it changes parameters only for the current
session
C.
The Ifconfig command is used to change the default subnet mask only
D.
The Ifconfig command syntax has been changed to ipconfig for Linux systems
Explanation:
In Linux you use the Ifconfig command to configure your IP settings.
In Windows 9x you use winipcfg and in Windows NT/2000/XP you use the ipconfig
command. The Ifconfig command is not permanent; it changes parameters only for
the current session
Incorrect Answers:
A: The Ifconfig command allows you to manipulate the local IP address, subnet maskand the
default default gateway address. You may also use it to set the broadcast address.
C: The Ifconfig commandsallows you to manipulate the local IP address, subnet maskand the
default gateway address. You may also use it to set the broadcast address.
D: Windows NT/2000/XP uses the IPCONFIG command. Linux doesn’t use the