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Networking Fundamentals · Intermediate

IP Address Management (IPAM)

Software and processes for planning, tracking and managing IP address space together with DHCP and DNS.

Definition

IPAM tools record subnet allocations, detect conflicts and show utilization. Integrated DDI platforms combine DNS, DHCP and IPAM.

Example

An IPAM dashboard shows a subnet at 95 percent utilization.

Exam tip

IPAM replaces spreadsheets for tracking address space.

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