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DHCP in Broadband Networks
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is an alternative to PPP for assigning IP addresses and provisioning services in broadband networks. Using DHCP helps to simplify network configuration by decreasing (and in some cases eliminating) the need for manually configuring static IP addresses on network devices. For example, DHCP enables PCs and other devices within a subscriber residence to obtain IP addresses to access the Internet. Due to its general simplicity and scalability, along with the increased usage of Ethernet in access networks, DHCP deployments in broadband networks have increased.
