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N4N010: Why Was the Colon Chosen as a Delimiter in IPv6?

The Everything Feed - All Packet Pushers Pods

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The Colon's Role in IPv6

This chapter discusses the choice of the colon as a delimiter in IPv6, comparing its significance to the dot used in IPv4 addresses. The speakers analyze the rationale behind hexadecimal notation and the complexities of transitioning from classful addressing to variable-length subnets. Personal anecdotes and reflections on the evolution of the internet highlight the challenges and advancements in networking technology.

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