PHP inet_pton() Function
Example
Convert a readable IP address into a packed format:
<?php
$addr = inet_pton("127.0.1.1");
echo $addr;
?>
Definition and Usage
The inet_pton() function converts a readable IP address into a packed 32bit IPv4 or 128bit IPv6 format.
Syntax
inet_pton(address)
Parameter Values
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| address | Required. Specifies a readable IP address |
Technical Details
| Return Value: | The address as a packed 32bit IPv4 or 128bit IPv6 format. FALSE on failure |
|---|---|
| PHP Version: | 5.1+ |
| PHP Changelog: | PHP 5.3: Now available on Windows platforms |
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