The notion that running a web service on non-standard ports can fool scammers into thinking it's not a legitimate target has been debunked as a foolish idea. Scammers have the capability to scan all ports in milliseconds, making it unnecessary for users to resort to such tactics.

Instead, there are established standards that dictate which port should be used with each protocol. This is because computers communicate with each other by first identifying their IP address, then secondary identification of the sub-address (port), and finally agreeing on the expected protocol.

Understanding your IP address is crucial in this process. An IP address typically takes the form of 192.168.x.y or 10.10.x.y, but it's essential to recognize that your internal device's IP address is unique only within your own network. To see what your public IP address currently is, a simple search on Google for 'what is my ip address' will provide you with the answer.

Every device in your home gets a private address that can be reused by other devices. However, it's the router/modem that receives a publicly visible IP address from your ISP (Internet Service Provider). This makes sense, as each device could potentially have its own worldwide available IP address, but it isn't practical for various reasons.

To make progress and access the configuration pages of your router/modem, you'll need to log in. Your home is connected to the internet through your ISP, with a single router/modem serving as the interface between the world wide web and your local network (intranet).

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