Bootstrap Protocol (BOOTP) - Definition or Meaning

Bootstrap Protocol (BOOTP)

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Definition of “Bootstrap Protocol (BOOTP)” :

The Bootstrap Protocol (BOOTP) is a network protocol used by a client to obtain an IP address from a server. It allows computers to boot up and connect to the network, even without a pre-configured IP address.

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