What is the purpose of the IPv6 address prefix?

Practice Questions

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What is the purpose of the IPv6 address prefix?
  1. To identify the host within a network
  2. To define the network portion of the address
  3. To provide a unique identifier for the device
  4. To indicate the type of service

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the purpose of the IPv6 address prefix?
Correct Answer: IPv6 address prefix ka purpose network portion ko define karna hai.
  • Step 1: Understand that an IPv6 address is made up of two main parts: the network portion and the host portion.
  • Step 2: The IPv6 address prefix indicates how many bits of the address are used for the network portion.
  • Step 3: The prefix helps routers know which part of the address to use for routing data to the correct network.
  • Step 4: By defining the network portion, the prefix allows for better organization and management of IP addresses.
  • Step 5: This organization helps in efficient routing, meaning data can travel faster and more accurately to its destination.
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