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Re: Script for IP address change



> This [Q] is not debian specific, but you guys are more
> knowledgeable than normal linux user groups that I
> thought I would ask it here.  My machine's external IP
> address is configured via DHCP from my cable modem
> service provider.  Any suggestions on how to write a
> script that notifies me via e-mail when this this IP
> periodically changes?  I use dhclient to retrieve the
> IP from the DHCP server.
> 
> Many thanks,
> 
> William.

Depending on what DNS you use there are some scripts that will do what you want check here:

http://zoneedit.com/doc/dynamic.html?

under the Unix Client section.

Hope this helps.

Reaz




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