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+# RustyDHCP
+
+![Rust](https://img.shields.io/badge/Language-Rust-orange)
+![Dependencies](https://img.shields.io/badge/Dependencies-None-brightgreen)
+![Crossplatform](https://img.shields.io/badge/Crossplatform-Yes-brightgreen)
+![Cross Compilation](https://img.shields.io/badge/Cross%20Compilation-Supported-brightgreen)
+
+A simple and zero-dependency DHCP server written in Rust, with credit to Richard Warburton for contributions to parts of the code.
+
+## Features
+
+- Lightweight and minimalistic DHCP server.
+- Zero external dependencies; just Rust!
+- Easy to use and configure.
+- Based on reliable networking libraries.
+- Fast and efficient.
+- Cross-platform support and cross-compilation.
+
+## Table of Contents
+
+- [Installation](#installation)
+- [Usage](#usage)
+- [Configuration](#configuration)
+- [Contributions](#contributions)
+- [License](#license)
+
+## Installation
+
+1. Make sure you have Rust installed. If not, install it from [https://www.rust-lang.org/](https://www.rust-lang.org/).
+
+2. Clone this repository:
+
+   ```bash
+   git clone https://github.com/pj1234678/rusty-dhcp.git
+   ```
+
+3. Build the server:
+
+   ```bash
+   cd rusty-dhcp
+   cargo build --release
+   ```
+
+## Usage
+
+1. Start the DHCP server:
+
+   ```bash
+   sudo ./target/release/rusty-dhcp
+   ```
+
+   The server will listen on the default DHCP ports (67 and 68) and start serving DHCP requests.
+
+2. Make DHCP requests from clients, and the server will respond with IP addresses and other configuration details.
+
+## Configuration
+
+To configure the server, edit the following fields in the `examples/server.rs` file:
+
+```rust
+// Server configuration
+const SERVER_IP: Ipv4Addr = Ipv4Addr::new(192, 168, 2, 1);
+const IP_START: [u8; 4] = [192, 168, 2, 2];
+const SUBNET_MASK: Ipv4Addr = Ipv4Addr::new(255, 255, 255, 0);
+const DNS_IPS: [Ipv4Addr; 1] = [
+    // Google DNS servers
+    Ipv4Addr::new(8, 8, 8, 8),
+];
+const ROUTER_IP: Ipv4Addr = Ipv4Addr::new(192, 168, 2, 1);
+const BROADCAST_IP: Ipv4Addr = Ipv4Addr::new(192, 168, 2, 255);
+const LEASE_DURATION_SECS: u32 = 86400;
+const LEASE_NUM: u32 = 252;
+```
+
+You can customize these configuration parameters according to your network requirements.
+
+## Contributions
+
+This DHCP server has been made possible with contributions from the open-source community, including valuable input from Richard Warburton. Feel free to contribute to this project and make it even better!
+
+If you find a bug or have a feature request, please open an issue on the GitHub repository.
+
+## License
+
+This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for details.
+
+---
+
+**Note:** Remember to use this DHCP server responsibly and comply with local network regulations and security practices.