How to Trace an IP Address to a Physical Address

How to trace an ip address.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Computer (Windows)

1. Click on the Start button.

2. Click on Run.

3. Type CMD and hit enter.

4. At the command line prompt type "tracert" space, then type the ipaddress. For example: tracert 111.11.11.11

Tips & Warnings

• A Trace route gives you information about each computer between the originating computer and the destination, including ping times, IP addresses and the names of all of the computers.
• If you need additional, more specific information other than internet service provider of the computer name, there are several free utilities you can download. After doing a quick search online I found one called Visual IP Trace 2007 that will give you more detailed information such as an estimated geographical location.
• Please make sure you read all the fine print before downloading anything from the internet and using it.