This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6), the latest version of the Internet Protocol that underpins modern network communication. Designed for IT professionals and network engineers, the course covers the essential concepts, structure, and functionality of IPv6. Participants will explore IPv6 addressing, routing, and the differences from IPv4, as well as transition strategies and best practices for implementing IPv6 in diverse network environments.Key components of the course include:Identify Key parts of an IPv6 AddressCompress and expand an IPv6 AddressExplain IPv6 address types and their purposeIdentify IPv6 Multicast ranges and explain their purposeExplain the role that a Link Local Address (LLA) has in IPv6 communicationDescribe parts of an IPv6 Packet header and their purposeExplain methods that will help a smooth transition from IPv4 to IPv6Describe the purpose of Neighbor Discovery Protocol (NDP)Explain the purpose and process of neighbor solicitations and advertisementsExplain the purpose and process of Duplicate Address Detection (DAD)Explain the purpose and process of router solicitations and advertisementsDemonstrate how to assign a static IPv6 address on a Windows and Linux machineDescribe the process a machine uses to configure an IPv6 address on a machine using StateLess Address Auto-Configuration (SLAAC) protocolDemonstrate ability to subdivide (subnet) IPv6 address ranges to meet network requirementsExplore the Mysteries of Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6)Understand how IPv6 addressing works and is subnettedTake a deep dive into Neighbor Discovery ProtocolSee the important role ICMP packets play
What you'll learn
Understand IPv6 addressing and subnetting
Explain the role of Link Local Addresses in IPv6 communication
Demonstrate methods for smooth transition from IPv4 to IPv6
Course objectives
Explore the structure and functionality of IPv6
Identify and utilize IPv6 address types effectively
Describe and demonstrate the Neighbor Discovery Protocol