Which Windows command displays detailed IP configuration for all network adapters?

• A. ipconfig /all
• B. ifconfig
• C. ipconfig /show
• D. netstat -i

Answer: (A)

ipconfig /all is the Windows command that reveals detailed IP configuration for every network adapter. It goes beyond the basics by listing not only each adapter’s IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway, but also the physical (MAC) address, whether the device obtained its settings via DHCP, the DHCP server, lease start and end times, DNS server addresses and their order, and any WINS or NetBIOS settings. This fuller view is essential for troubleshooting connectivity issues and verifying that every interface is properly configured.

Other options don’t fit as well. Ifconfig is a Unix/Linux tool and isn’t used to view Windows IP settings by default. Netstat with certain flags shows statistics or active connections rather than the actual IP configuration details. An ipconfig variant like /show isn’t a standard Windows command. So the most direct and informative choice for Windows is ipconfig /all. If you ever need to refresh a DHCP address, you can also run ipconfig /release followed by ipconfig /renew.