Jesus Gonzalez wrote:
>
> Hi All,
>
> I know this is off topic, but you all seem to be experts in IP and routing
> in general.
> I've received a few e-mails with http links pointing to some unusual
> addresses. It works, but the address is not a standard xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx,
> rather a single string of numbers.
> For example, I received an e-mail with a link to this address:
> http://3510483697/
> It's a website for a hosting service. But HOW is that possible? How are
> those numbers translated to cobentional addressing schemes, or do they have
> to be?
> I'm just REALLY curious, and it bugs me that I don't know.
>
> Thanks again in advance!
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A good site and URL to start with:
http://securityportal.com/articles/urlurl20010307.printerfriendly.html
Herman
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