The four steps of the DHCP process are:

• DHCPDISCOVER : The client sends a broadcast message requesting DHCP service.

• DHCPOFFER : The DHCP server responds with an offer of IP address and other configuration information.

• DHCPREQUEST : The client accepts the offer and requests the offered IP address and other configuration information.

• DHCPACK : The DHCP server acknowledges the request and assigns the IP address and other configuration information to the client.