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IPv6

What is it?

IPv6 stands for Internet Protocol version 6. It is a set of rules for sending data over the internet.


Tech Understandability: Intermediate


Simple One-Sentence Definition

IPv6 is the latest version of the Internet Protocol.


Analogy or Comparison

Think of IPv6 like a new postal system that allows for many more addresses than the old one.


Why it matters?

IPv6 is important because the older version, IPv4, is running out of addresses. This helps the internet grow.


Fun Fact

IPv6 can support about 340 undecillion unique addresses.


Related Terms

IPv4: IPv4 is the fourth version of the Internet Protocol, which uses a 32-bit address system.

Internet Protocol: Internet Protocol is a set of rules for how data is sent and received over the internet.

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