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CIDR

Classless Inter-Domain Routing. CIDR notation writes an IP and prefix length, such as 192.168.1.10/24.

Why It Matters

CIDR shows up in real troubleshooting because it helps narrow whether a problem belongs to DNS, routing, media, mail, security, or addressing. Use the related TraceRoo tools below to turn the definition into evidence.