IPv6 Concepts

Validated on 19 Jun 2018 • Last edited on 13 Mar 2026

IP addresses let machines communicate across a network. DigitalOcean Droplets are assigned IPv4 addresses by default. Enabling IPv6 on a Droplet gives you access to its 16 additional IPv6 addresses.

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An Introduction to Networking Terminology, Interfaces, and Protocols

A basic overview of core networking concepts, covering basic terminology, common protocols, and the responsibilities and characteristics of the different layers of networking.

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