Aquiss

[squerble]

Do you automatically get a static IP. Not that I need one.

With Aquiss, yes. A static IPv4, and they're about to dish out an IPv6 /56 PD as default (previously opt-in; I'd enabled mine anyway)

 

[robj20]

With Aquiss, yes. A static IPv4, and they're about to dish out an IPv6 /56 PD as default (previously opt-in; I'd enabled mine anyway)

I'm showing my lack of knowledge now, but what's the advantage to a fixed IP from the ISP.

 

[Caged]

If you manage firewalls for people they can allow your IP to connect remotely while keeping it shut for everybody else coming in from the WAN, it's easier to VPN back to your own network with a static IP etc.

Static IPs have become more relevant in the past few years with the rise of altnets because often while you might not need a static IP, you don't want a CGNAT one, but lots of providers don't offer a public but not-static option because it would be a bit pointless, so people buy static IPs to get a 'real' one.

 

[robj20]

Only access to my network I use is what stuff and remote access to my Unifi gear, router and CCTV for instance.

 

[Caged]

Then you don't need a fixed IP. Generally speaking if people don't know why they might need a static IP or a non-CGNAT one then they'll be fine with whatever the ISP offers.