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IPv6 and network security
Learn how IPv6 impacts network security in this interview with the authors of the new book, IPv6 Security: Protection measures for the next Internet Protocol.
IPv6 makes you $10 for every $1 you spend implementing it!
What's the ROI on a move to IPv6? It varies depending on your circumstances. But one study suggests 1000% ROI is achievable!
IPv6 library
Support for IPv6 is increasing. In this IPv6 library, we explain much of what you need to know about the protocol.
It's time to ask your network management vendor about IPv6
With Windows Vista using dual IPv4 and IPv6 stacks and small network management vendors adding IPv6 monitoring tools, analysts Forrester advise that now is the time to consider how - or if - you will manage the updated protocol.
A Series of Tubes Episode 58: Internode's IPv6 efforts
In this week's edition of our networking podcast, Richard Chirgwin chats to Internode about its new IPv6 services.
ANALYSIS: Why Internode's IPv6 product makes sense
South Australian ISP Internode has started selling an iPv6 service. But as Richard Chirgwin writes in his debut as our new Networking Editor, the service makes more sense than you would imagine, given anemic IPv6 uptake.
PODCAST: Don't wait for IPv6 - or it'll cost you
IPv6 expert Chip Popoviciu explains that companies waiting before upgrading to IPv6 will actually pay more for it.
Holiday IPv6 reading guide
Don't get lost in the IPv6 mess these holidays - our collection of guides will help you on your way.
ICANN Boss: Government should lead IPv6 push
Government agencies should lead Australia's migration to IPv6, according to ICANN CEO Dr Paul Twomey.
IPv6 readiness is key as IPv4 peters out
IPv6 technology is a hot topic again, especially since experts expect IPv4 addresses to be exhausted by 2012.
IPv6 from 'CCNA Portable Command Guide,' Chapter 25
IPv6, CCNA Portable Command Guide Chapter 25, explains IPv6 address assignment, static routes in IPv6, IPv6 ping, IPv6 tunnels and RIPng. Learn all you need to know to pass the IPv6 questions on your Cisco Certified Network Associate exam.
IP address depletion hastens IPv6 adoption
IPv4 IP address depletion is hastening the need to switch from IPv4 to IPv6. In this column, Loki Jorgenson explains where we are now in terms of IPv6 readiness and provides some insight on how much work network operators will face.
Windows Vista, IPv6 lead to network performance problems
Windows Vista, which runs on parallel IPv6 and IPv4 protocol stacks, can create network performance problems when used with older routers.
IPv6: Friend or foe?
Eventually, IPv6 will become reality and companies will need to consider deployment. But, until then, experts advise companies to start planning and preparing to ease the inevitable transition.

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IPv4 addresses to run out in 2011: Asia Pacific Network Information Centre (APNIC)
The Asia Pacific Network Information Centre (APNIC) has called for IPv6 adoption to accelerate, as imminent depletion of IPv4 addresses represent a "tangible threat to ... long-term growth and innovation."
Comms Alliance to examine local IPv6 adoption
Industry body Communications Alliance has comissioned a study to determine the state of IPv6 adoption in Australia and how it poses challenges to business.

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How to calculate IP addressing in IPv6
Networking expert Silvia Hagen explains how IP addressing has changed in IPv6.
IPv6 deployment: Time for action - really
This tip discusses IPv6 deployment and advises telecom service providers to get ready to move from IPv4 to IPv6 and start testing their entire configuration.
Wireless connections with ad hoc networks
Ad hoc wireless networking in Windows Vista with the IPv6 protocol has its risks, but it also has several built-in security mechanisms. In this tip, Brien Posey explains how these security features help counteract some risks of wireless networks.
Get ready to run IPv6 (Whether you want to or not)
While working with Windows Vista beta Brien Posey made a rather horrifying discovery: One of the neatest features, peer networking, requires IPv6. In this article he explains what IPv6 is and why it may eventually be inevitable.

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IPv6 migration
Find answers to your top IPv6 questions: Learn what IPv6 is, how it differs from IPv4, and how to begin making the transition.

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