DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. It is an application layer protocol.
Every computer on a TCP/IP network must be given a unique computer name and IP address. DHCP specifies methods for dynamic configuration of computers on TCP/IP networks. DHCP is designed to simplify and reduce the configuration and administration of computers on the network.
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Dynamic Host Configuration (dhc) Workgroup
The IETF workgroup responsible for the design of DHCP. Here you can find the charter of the group, its plans, and a list of Internet drafts and RFCs.
DHC Work Group Discussion List
IETF main discussion group for DHCP protocol.
DHCP mini-HOWTO
A document attempting to answer basic questions on how to set up a Linux box to serve as a DHCP server or a DHCP client.
OpenNetAdmin
AJAX enabled IP address management (IPAM) system. Builds DNS and DHCP configs as well as tracks router configs.
Problems and Solutions of DHCP
A scientific article summarizing experiences with DHCP implementation and operation, made by the authors.
LinuxPlanet: Setting Up A SuSE 8.0 Linux DHCP Client
A short and basic tutorial for ISC-DHCP for new system administrators.
(December 30, 2002)
Setting up and managing a DHCP server in Windows 2000
TechRepublic article about the subject.
(September 25, 2001)
Network Nirvana
Linux Magazine article - How to make network configuration as easy as DHCP. [Free registration required to view this article.]
(April 01, 2000)
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