Port 68

Port 68 is used for the Bootstrap Protocol (BOOTP) client communication. It is used to dynamically assign an IP address to a network device during startup. This protocol is commonly used in networks using Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP).

Ports those registered with IANA are shown as official ports. The same port number may be unofficialy used by various services or applications. The official usage are listed separately below its usage may change from time to time.

Official

Port
Protocol (TCP/UDP)
Title
Description
Port Type
Port 68
tcp
bootpc
Bootstrap Protocol Client
WELL KNOWN PORT
Port 68
udp
bootpc
Bootstrap Protocol Client
WELL KNOWN PORT

UnOfficial

Unofficialy or sometimes with conflict, the same port may be used by different applications.

Port Protocol (TCP/UDP) Description
TCP UDP Ports
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