Use these scenarios to learn how you can use network address translation
(NAT) and IP filtering to protect your network.
Each scenario includes a diagram and sample configuration.
Tip: In each scenario, the 192.x.x.x IP
addresses represent public IP addresses. All addresses are for example purposes
only.
Scenario: Map IP addresses using NAT
In this scenario, your company uses static network address translation (NAT) to map its private IP addresses to public addresses.
Scenario: Combine NAT and IP filtering
In this scenario, your company combines network address translation (NAT) and IP filtering together. Your company wants to hide its personal computers and Web server behind a single, public, IP address and to allow other companies to access the Web server.
Scenario: Hide IP addresses using masquerade NAT
In this scenario, your company uses masquerade network address translation (NAT) to hide the private addresses of your personal computers. At the same time, your company allows your employees to access the Internet.