An IP address (Internet Protocol address) is a unique numerical label assigned to each device connected to a computer network that uses the Internet Protocol for communication. An IP address serves two main functions: host or network interface identification and location addressing.
Knowing how to check the IP address of your Mac can be helpful for troubleshooting network issues, accessing certain websites or online services, or configuring network settings. There are several ways to check the IP address of your Mac, depending on the version of macOS you are using.