| Definition |
Subnet is a portion of network that may be physically independent of another network portion, but both portions of the network share the same network address, and the portion is distinguished by a subnet number.
Subnet is a Network addressing concept used to identify interfaces, hosts, segments, or destinations so traffic can be delivered correctly.
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| Context & Usage |
This term is commonly used in software engineering, programming, scripting, application design, testing, and development lifecycle work.
Administrators use this concept when planning subnets, assigning addresses, tracing traffic, and avoiding conflicts between local, public, private, or virtual networks.
Additional Resource: IANA Protocol Registries.
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| Categories |
Software Development and Programming, Web, Database, Cloud, and DevOps Technologies, Cybersecurity, Compliance, and Access Management, Enterprise Applications, CRM, and Contact Center Systems
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