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IP Intelligence Glossary

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Darknet

A darknet is an intranet within the internet. It is a layer on top which can only be accessed with specialized software or routing.

I

IP Address

An IP address is a unique identifier for an internet-connected device, including computers, mobile phones, connected TVs, or smart refrigerators.

IP Targeting

IP targeting enables personalized and privacy-compliant online advertising by leveraging IP geolocation data to deliver targeted content based on users’ locations and demographics.

P

Proxy Server

A proxy server is a computer that stands between users and their servers and hides their device IP addresses, but not all of their web activity.

R

Reverse Geocoding

Reverse geocoding transforms latitude and longitude data into meaningful geographic information, enabling precise, location-based targeting and personalized content delivery for mobile users.

V

VPN

A VPN is an encrypted connection over the internet from a device to a network — through a single IP address.

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What is a Residential Proxy?

Residential Proxy IP networks are networks that utilize the IP addresses of consumers who sign up for any number of apps that pay them to share their bandwidth.