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What Is IPv6?

Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) is designed to succeed Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4). The Internet operates by transferring data in small packets that are independently routed across networks as specified by an international communications protocol known as the Internet Protocol. Each data packet contains two numeric addresses that indicate the packet's origin and destination. Since 1981, IPv4 has been the publicly used version of the Internet Protocol, and it is currently the foundation for most Internet communications. The Internet's growth has created a need for more addresses. IPv6 allows for vastly more numeric addresses.

What is INS doing about it?

In 2003 INS obtained our first allocation of IPv6 address space and we began testing. Through the years we have been able to incorporate IPv6 into our "core network" that we use to move traffic between our customers and out to the Internet backbone. This process has been relatively simple compared to the challenge ahead to provide IPv6 service to your home or business.

INS Dedicated Internet customers can request an IPv6 address allocation from INS today and begin testing with us. Simply complete the Network Allocation form at http://www.netins.com/tools/naf.cgi.

INS is currently developing a strategy for IPv6 deployment to broadband subscribers. This is particularly challenging since many devices used to terminate broadband today are not equipped to handle IPv6.

What is IPv6 World Day?

This is a trial period on June 8th, 2011, when a number of major web sites like Yahoo, Google and Akamai will provide their content on both IPv4 and IPv6. This is being led by the Internet Society (ISOC). More information is posted on their World IPv6 Day page.

To support and participate in IPv6 World Day, INS is operating our ISP web site, http://www.netINS.net on servers that are accepting both IPv4 and IPv6.

How can I learn more?

American Registry for Internet Numbers (ARIN):
https://www.arin.net/knowledge/general.html

ARIN IPv6 Wiki:
http://getipv6.info/index.php/The_Basics

IPv6 Forum:
http://www.ipv6forum.com/

Wikipedia:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IPv6