Broadcasting (networking)

Broadcasting in networking refers to the transmission of data packets to all devices on a particular network segment or local area network (LAN). When a device sends out a broadcast message, it is sent to all nodes within the broadcast domain, rather than targeting a specific device. This is commonly utilized for functions such as discovering devices, services, or addressing problems within a network. ### Key Characteristics of Broadcasting: 1. **Broadcast Address**: In Ethernet networks, the broadcast address is usually `255.