RIPE NCC Academy
Introduction to IPv6

Get started with the basics of IPv6 and best practices

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As IPv4 addresses are increasingly scarce and with the growth of IoT, more networks around the world are deploying IPv6. 

It's essential to build a strong foundation to ensure the smooth deployment of IPv6 and to build the skills to run an IPv6 network.

Modules include:

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IPv6 Address Basics: Address notation, calculating subnets, understanding IPv6 headers and address types.

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IPv6 Transition Mechanisms: Understand the differences between the different transition mechanisms, when to use them and what suits your network.

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Deploying IPv6: Understand how IPv6 hosts communicate and the main protocols like Neighbor Discovery, SLAAC, and DHCPv6.

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IPv6 Assignment and Addressing Plan Best Practices: How to apply RIPE policies and create an addressing plan based on best practices and apply it to your network's needs.

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IPv6 Security Considerations: Get an introduction to security consideration to take into account when planning your IPv6 deployment.

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