Header

The IPv6 header is a fundamental component of the Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) packet structure. It follows a simplified design compared to IPv4, providing enhanced functionality and addressing capabilities. The IPv6 header consists of several fields, including source and destination IPv6 addresses, traffic class, flow label, payload length, next header, and hop limit. Notably, the IPv6 header does not include a checksum field, as error checking is primarily delegated to higher-layer protocols and checksums have been moved to the data-link layer. The expanded address space in IPv6, represented by 128-bit addresses, allows for a vast number of unique addresses, accommodating the growth of the Internet and various connected devices. The streamlined and efficient design of the IPv6 header contributes to improved network performance, reduced processing overhead, and enhanced support for modern networking features.

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