Java Sockets : What IP address should I use?

Question

I am making a java chat application with a server and client. I have the code working when I connect the client to the server using 127.0.0.1 and port 1234, but when i change the IP to my actual IP address, it doesn't seem to work. Could anyone tell me what IP I should use and how to get it, to make sure I am using the correct address.

Answer 1

Make sure that you are running a port that isn't blocked. 80 is a good bet

Answer 2

On command line, try

ipconfig /all

and search for the interface which are you using. There you will find the ip your are searching for.