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In a conventional IPv4 /24 subnet, how many addresses are normally available for assignment to hosts?

  • A254
  • B255
  • C256
  • D252
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Correct Answer: A. 254
Explanation: Traditionally one address identifies the network and one is the broadcast address, leaving 256-2=254 usable host addresses.
Reference: Standard computer networking fundamentals: subnetting
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