Domain name body begins implementing next generation of IP addresses
vnunet.com, 22 Jul 2004
The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (Icann) has taken its first steps towards implementing the next generation of internet protocol (IP), by adding IPv6 addresses to the DNS root server system.
IPv6 can provide trillions more addresses than the IPv4 standard currently in use today.
The upgrade from IPv4 was spurred by concerns that some countries will exhaust their supply of IP addresses in the very near future.
So far, IPv6 is being implemented for two country codes: .jp for Japan and .kr for Korea. The French country code, .fr, will be next to receive IPv6 support. Requests for other countries are reported to be pending.
In a statement Icann said: "By taking this significant step forward in the transition to IPv6, Icann is supporting the innovations through which the internet evolves to meet the growing needs of a global economy."
Top level domain overseer creates .jobs and .travel
BT's switch to IP could lead to a move from expensive analogue to free VoIP calls. But many problems have to be addressed - including addressing
Icann mulling new domain suggestions
Intel explains how its Xeon processors can handle data-intensive apps
More thoughts on how servers can help manage overload
Remote access - Three steps to getting connected
3.4 million UK professionals now work from home – is your company equipped?
Cost benefits of a global collaboration network
This white paper is a must read for organisations looking for evidence of the bottom-line benefits of high-definition video and voice communications
Keep up to date with the latest products, services and technologies from the world's leading IT companies; IThound.com brings you over 6,000 white papers, case studies and analyst reports.
We chat to Mike Maddison, UK head of Security, Privacy...
Update designed to give mobile users a richer, more personalised...
More thoughts on how servers can help manage overload
Do you agree?
Have your say on this article