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The number after the slash is a number of bits in the network mask, counting from the highest (right side) bit.<br />
Your case is full 3 bytes 8 x 3 = 24, i.e. 255.255.255.0<br />

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Thanks for that, that opens up a number of other questions :-( but this is s great start!! I also found <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subnetwork" rel="ugc">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subnetwork</a>&nbsp;just for anyone else
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What does it mean when an ip address is given with a slash such as 192.168.0.22/24
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What does it mean when an ip address is given with a slash such as 192.168.0.22/24

The number after the slash is a number of bits in the network mask, counting from the highest (right side) bit.
Your case is full 3 bytes 8 x 3 = 24, i.e. 255.255.255.0


Thanks for that, that opens up a number of other questions :-( but this is s great start!! I also found http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subnetwork just for anyone else

You are welcome to ask follow up question

Networking is the process of connecting computing devices, peripherals and terminals together through a system that uses wiring, cabling or radio waves that enable their users to communicate, share information and interact over distances. Often associated are issues regarding operating systems, hardware and equipment, cloud and virtual networking, protocols, architecture, storage and management.