A network administrator notices two devices with the same IP address 192.168.0.5. What problem can this cause?

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Computer Networks - IP Addressing

AData may be sent to the wrong device or lost.

BBoth devices will communicate without issues.

CThe devices will automatically change their IPs.

DThe network speed will increase.

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand IP address uniqueness
Each device must have a unique IP address to receive data correctly.
Step 2: Identify the effect of duplicate IPs
If two devices share the same IP, data meant for that IP can go to either device or get lost, causing communication errors.
Final Answer:
Data may be sent to the wrong device or lost. -> Option A
Quick Check:
Duplicate IPs cause data confusion [OK]

Quick Trick: Duplicate IPs cause data delivery errors [OK]

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