* Understanding Multicast:
* Multicast IP Address Range: The multicast address range is from 224.0.0.0 to 239.255.255.255, designated for multicast traffic.
* Multicast Applications:
* Use Case: Multicast is used for one-to-many or many-to-many communication, suitable for applications like audio and video broadcasting where the same data is sent to multiple recipients simultaneously.
* Appropriate Network Selection:
* 224.0.0.0/24 Network: This range is reserved for multicast addresses, making it the appropriate choice for setting up a multicast network.
* Comparison with Other Options:
* 172.16.0.0/24: Part of the private IP address space, used for private networks, not designated for multicast.
* 192.168.0.0/24: Another private IP address range, also not for multicast.
* 240.0.0.0/24: Reserved for future use, not suitable for multicast.
References:
* CompTIA Network+ study materials on IP address ranges and multicast.