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: IP-based entries are those that specify a single or a range of IP addresses. These can be IPv4 or IPv6 based. These IP addresses are static and are best used for offices whose IP addresses are fixed and not dynamic. They ensure that the queries will always work from specific locations. | : IP-based entries are those that specify a single or a range of IP addresses. These can be IPv4 or IPv6 based. These IP addresses are static and are best used for offices whose IP addresses are fixed and not dynamic. They ensure that the queries will always work from specific locations. | ||
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* '''GEO-based entries''' | * '''GEO-based entries''' | ||
: For those whose ISPs reassign their IP addresses frequently, OdataLink provides a GEO-based mechanism. Using this mechanism, the ASN (or ISP) along with a specific geographical region (e.g. city, state or country) can be configured in the OdataLink Firewall. This is particularly useful for Countries whose internet infrastructure is more mobile. | : For those whose ISPs reassign their IP addresses frequently, OdataLink provides a GEO-based mechanism. Using this mechanism, the ASN (or ISP) along with a specific geographical region (e.g. city, state or country) can be configured in the OdataLink Firewall. This is particularly useful for Countries whose internet infrastructure is more mobile. | ||
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== Understanding how IP Addresses relate to users of OdataLink == | == Understanding how IP Addresses relate to users of OdataLink == | ||