What is the purpose of the IPv6 link-local address?

Practice Questions

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What is the purpose of the IPv6 link-local address?
  1. To communicate with devices on the same local network
  2. To route packets across the internet
  3. To provide a unique global address
  4. To facilitate NAT operations

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the purpose of the IPv6 link-local address?
Correct Answer: IPv6 link-local addresses are used for communication between nodes on the same local network segment.
  • Step 1: Understand what an IPv6 address is. It is a unique identifier for a device on a network.
  • Step 2: Learn about link-local addresses. These are special types of IPv6 addresses.
  • Step 3: Know that link-local addresses are used for communication between devices that are on the same local network.
  • Step 4: Remember that link-local addresses cannot be used to communicate with devices outside of the local network segment.
  • Step 5: Realize that link-local addresses help devices find and communicate with each other quickly and efficiently within the same network.
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