Which IPv4 address is reserved for broadcasting data to all devices on a local subnet?

Options

  • A. 127.0.0.1
  • B. 255.255.255.255
  • C. 0.0.0.0
  • D. More than one of the above
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

B. 255.255.255.255

Detailed Explanation

Explanation: 255.255.255.255 is the limited broadcast IPv4 address. It is used to broadcast packets to all devices on the local network segment and is not forwarded by routers.