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Chris_Miller
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Jun 24, 2010

Why do we need to use [IP::addr [IP::client_addr]]?

Why can't we simply compare [IP::client_addr] on its own? I'm a bit confused as to why IP::addr has to be used...the thread below is what peaked my curiosity: http://devcentral.f5.com/Community/Group...
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JRahm
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Apr 01, 2011
Just an FYI, most efficient format for comparison is

 

 

[IP::addr [IP::client_addr] equals xxx.xxx.xxx.0/24]