DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a network protocol used to automatically assign IP addresses and other network configuration information to devices on a network, such as computers, smartphones, and printers.
For your reference, the main functions of DHCP service are as follows:
1. The DHCP server assigns a unique IP address from a predefined pool to each device on the network, ensuring that each device has a unique address;
2. DHCP can provide other important network settings, such as subnet masks, default gateways, and DNS servers, ensuring that devices can properly connect to the network and access the internet;
3. DHCP allows network administrators to manage IP address allocation centrally, avoiding the hassle of manually configuring each device and reducing the potential for configuration errors;
4. The DHCP server manages the lease time of IP addresses and periodically updates the IP addresses for devices, ensuring dynamic adjustment of the network and efficient use of resources.