The Problem with IPv4
Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4) is currently the most widely used technology for assigning addresses to computers and other devices on the internet. With its address space of just over 4 billion addresses, IPv4 has been the backbone of internet growth since the 1980s. However, with the ever-growing use of the internet, we now face a serious challenge: IPv4 addresses are running out.
When IPv4 Addresses Run Out
When all IPv4 addresses are taken, new devices and services will not be able to connect to the internet without using complicated techniques such as Network Address Translation (NAT). This can lead to significant limitations for businesses and services that rely on internet access.
The Solution is IPv6
To address this challenge, a new standard has been developed: Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6). With an address space that is almost infinitely larger compared to IPv4, IPv6 offers a long-term solution to the address shortage problem. However, the transition to IPv6 is slow, and this could have serious consequences if the adoption doesn't accelerate.
Webbfabriken and IPv6 Addresses
Webbfabriken is leading in this development. With a fully deployed IPv6 network and all their services using IPv6 for over 10 years, Webbfabriken is a pioneer in the implementation of this new standard.
The Future Requires Action
It is crucial that other companies and service providers follow in Webbfabriken's footsteps and invest in upgrading to IPv6. If not, we face a future where the growth of the internet and its services could be severely limited. This would be a major loss for everyone, from businesses to individual users. IPv6 is not just the future; it is a necessity.