The world of networking has long been dominated by IPv4 (Internet Protocol version 4). However, as we progress further into the 21st century, the question arises: Is IPv4 on its way out? This discussion is increasingly relevant with the rise of IPv6 (Internet Protocol version 6) and the growing demands of our hyper-connected world.
The Rise and Reign of IPv4
IPv4, developed in the 1980s, has been the backbone of the internet for decades. It uses a 32-bit address scheme allowing for approximately 4.3 billion unique addresses. At the time of its creation, this seemed more than sufficient. However, the explosive growth of internet-connected devices quickly changed the landscape.
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