Your Internet Protocol address is a set of numbers assigned to your computer when it accesses the Internet. It’s rarely necessary to know what your IP address is; however, there are times when you must. For example, if you are hosting a PC multiplayer game, you must give other players your IP address so they can connect to your computer. When using Windows 7, there are two ways you can find your IP address: through the command prompt or through the Network and Sharing Center. Tips Writer Bio