IPv6 Transition: Two Decades of Internet Protocol Evolution

Explore a thought-provoking keynote presentation that examines the unexpected longevity of IPv4 and the stalled transition to IPv6 in the Internet protocol landscape. Delve into the historical context from twenty years ago when IPv6 was positioned as the crucial solution to address IPv4 address depletion and accommodate the explosive growth of digital and mobile devices. Understand how the Internet has evolved to maintain a persistent dual-stack operation instead of completing the anticipated transition to IPv6-only infrastructure. Learn why major service providers remain hesitant to fully embrace IPv6 and examine the architectural changes that have reduced the urgency of the IPv6 transition. Through APNIC's Geoff Huston's analysis, gain insights into the complex factors that have shaped the current state of Internet protocols and consider the broader implications for the future of public digital networks and global communications infrastructure.