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StarlingX bridges IPv4-IPv6 gap with dual-stack networking support

Network World

is the addition of IPv4/IPv6 dual-stack support, addressing a critical challenge faced by network operators. is the addition of IPv4/IPv6 dual-stack support, addressing a critical challenge faced by network operators. Users in these areas have been transitioning more and more to rely on IPv6 for its capabilities. release cycle.

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Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.5 gains security, networking upgrades

Network World

Enhanced networking infrastructure brings more IPv6 access As an operating system platform that is used as the basis for enterprise, cloud and even telecom scale deployments, RHEL’s networking stack is of particular importance to users. With this update, you can connect to IPsec VPNs that use IPv6 addressing.” release notes state.

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How to eliminate the default route for greater security

Network World

Part of the reason is that many enterprises use an internet perimeter firewall performing port address translation (PAT) with a default policy that allows access the internet, a solution that leaves open a possible path by which attackers can breach security. To read this article in full, please click here (Insider Story)

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Networking terms and definitions

Network World

IPv6 IPv6 is the latest version of internet protocol that expands the number of possible IP addresses from the 4.3 IPv6 IPv6 is the latest version of internet protocol that identifies devices across the internet so they can be located but also can handle packets more efficiently, improve performance and increase security.

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How to eliminate the default route for greater security

Network World

Part of the reason is that many enterprises use an internet perimeter firewall performing port address translation (PAT) with a default policy that allows access the internet, a solution that leaves open a possible path by which attackers can breach security. To read this article in full, please click here (Insider Story)

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BGP: What is border gateway protocol, and how does it work?

Network World

Each AS creates rules and policies for how traffic moves within its network. IPv6 crossed this milestone late last year. These network groups are known as autonomous systems (AS), and the large organizations with AS status include ISPs, large government agencies, universities, and scientific institutions.

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Network World’s Best of Enterprise Network 2024 award winners

Network World

Customers experience powerful results with Gluware: a 95% reduction in network outages; a perfect 100% network security policy compliance rate; and a 300x speed increase for OS upgrades compared to manual methods. focused on IPv6 support, plus enhanced integrations with ServiceNow and Cisco. streamlined workloads; Gluware 5.2

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