Why IPv6 Matters
As IPv4 address space becomes exhausted, IPv6 has become the standard for modern networking. It provides a vastly larger address pool and introduces improvements in routing efficiency, security, and automatic configuration. Understanding IPv6 is no longer optional—it’s a key requirement for any network professional working in today’s evolving infrastructure.
Understanding IPv6 Addressing
In this topic, you’ll learn how IPv6 addressing works, how to configure IPv6 routes, and how Neighbor Discovery Protocol (NDP) enables communication between local devices. You’ll also explore the EUI-64 method for automatic interface ID generation and Stateless Address Autoconfiguration (SLAAC), which allows devices to configure their own IPv6 addresses without manual setup.
Transitioning from IPv4 to IPv6
By mastering IPv6 fundamentals, you’ll be ready to design and maintain networks that can coexist with IPv4 during the transition to full IPv6 adoption. This knowledge also complements routing concepts like OSPF and static routing, where IPv6 introduces similar logic but with new mechanisms adapted to modern networks.