BGP Routing Table Analysis and Internet Dynamics in 2023

Explore a comprehensive NANOG conference talk examining the BGP routing table's role in understanding Internet dynamics, delivered by APNIC Chief Scientist Geoff Huston. Delve into how routing tables impact memory requirements, network growth patterns, and the comparative development of IPv6 versus IPv4 networks. Learn about network convergence dynamics and their implications for BGP routing infrastructure scaling. Gain insights into detailed BGP routing table analysis throughout 2023, along with five-year projections for size and dynamic properties. Benefit from Huston's extensive experience as former Chief Internet Architect at Telstra, Internet Architecture Board member, and IETF Working Groups chair, as he shares his expertise in routing, security, and DNS research.