It depends on your use case. A static IP doesn’t change — great for hosting websites or remote access. A dynamic IP changes periodically — better privacy for regular users.

Is a static public IP address better than dynamic?

It depends on your use case.

• A static IP doesn’t change — great for hosting websites or remote access.
• A dynamic IP changes periodically — better privacy for regular users.

🔍 Comparison:

FeatureStatic IPDynamic IPChanges? | No | Yes
Best for | Hosting servers, VPNs | Browsing, gaming
Setup | Manual or ISP assigned | Automatic (DHCP)
Privacy | Less | More

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