May 1, 2024
Updated May 11, 2025
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Internet Protocol version 6, or IPv6, represents the latest evolution of the core protocol that governs how devices communicate across the internet and other networks. At its most fundamental level, IPv6 provides the unique numerical labels, known as IP addresses, that allow your computer, smartphone, and countless other devices to find and exchange information with each other. It was developed by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) to address the limitations of its predecessor, IPv4, primarily the rapidly depleting pool of available IPv4 addresses. Think of it as a vastly expanded addressing system for the ever-growing digital world.
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Presents real-world examples and scenarios to help readers understand how to implement and manage IPv6 networks.
With the increasing usage of IPv6, this book focuses on helping network engineers and system administrators understand the process of IPv6 address planning. It covers strategies for implementation and offers a closer look at IPv6 challenges and solutions.
Delivers a practical, hands-on guide to deploying, managing, and troubleshooting IPv6 networks. Russ White provides examples and case studies to illustrate IPv6 concepts.
Covers the topic of IPv6 network security, which involves securing networks from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction.
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