Which properties are true regarding IPv6? (Choose two.)
Understand the Problem
The question asks us to identify two true properties of IPv6 (Internet Protocol version 6) from a list of four options. This requires knowledge of IPv6 addressing and its capabilities.
Answer
The correct answers are A and B.
The true properties regarding IPv6 are: A) It uses 128-bit addresses. B) It has 340 undecillion available addresses.
Answer for screen readers
The true properties regarding IPv6 are: A) It uses 128-bit addresses. B) It has 340 undecillion available addresses.
More Information
IPv6 was created to replace IPv4, due to the limited number of addresses IPv4 could facilitate. IPv4 has a 32-bit address space which allows for approximately 4.3 billion unique addresses, while IPv6 uses 128-bit addresses allowing approximately 340 undecillion addresses.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing IPv4 with IPv6 properties. Remember IPv4 uses 32-bit addresses and IPv6 uses 128-bit addresses.
Sources
- Comptia A+ 220-801 Flashcards - flashcardmachine.com
- [PDF] Test-Networking 50Qs | CybersecurityHoy - cybersecurityhoy.com
- What is an IPv6 Address? - TechTarget - techtarget.com
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