2007-02-20 01:06:33 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Security
A loopback address is an IP address that "loops back" to the local machine. It's typically 127.0.0.1.
2007-02-20 01:09:51 · answer #1 · answered by Scotty Doesnt Know 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A Loopback address is the local computer you are on (localhost) -
127.0.0.1
This address gives many uses to admins, including testing network connections plus the use of IIS (Internet Information Services) running a local website.
More info:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loopback
2007-02-20 01:11:59 · answer #2 · answered by CompuCheck.co.uk 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The loopback address 127.0.0.1 directs traffic back to your own computer. It's used by some antispam products and malware blockers, and to check that your network adapter is working.
2007-02-20 01:10:57 · answer #3 · answered by Fix My PC Mike 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
For Video conferencing a loopback is a number that is dialed on your codec and you see yourself.
2007-02-20 01:09:32 · answer #4 · answered by Amy_S 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋