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Glossary Term NAT Overload

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What is NAT Overload?

NAT Overload, also known as PAT (Port Address Translation), is a method where multiple private IP addresses are mapped to a single public IP address using different ports to enable multiple devices to share a single public IP address.

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Understanding NAT Overload

NAT Overload, also known as Port Address Translation (PAT), is a technique used in networking to map multiple private IP addresses to a single public IP address by using different ports. It allows multiple devices on a local network to access the internet using a single public IP address and ensures secure and efficient use of limited public IP addresses.

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