If you've ever seen a "Windows has detected an IP address conflict" or "another computer on this network has the same IP address" message, you might wonder what this warning means. While IP conflict issues aren't usually difficult to fix, they are confusing, especially for those new to networking.
What's an IP Conflict and How Do You Resolve It?
What is an IP address conflict? Learn how to fix the problem if two devices have the same IP address on your network.