Computer Networks

[Day 11] 9. Site-Local and Link-Local Addresses in IPv6

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1. Site-Local Addresses (FECO::/10):

  • Definition: Site-local addresses are used within a single site or organization and are not routable on the global Internet. They are intended for local communications.
  • Range: Addresses that start with the prefix
    FEC0::/10
    .
  • Example:
    FEC0:1234:5678:9ABC::1

    This address can be used for communication between devices within the same site but cannot be accessed from outside.

2. Link-Local Addresses (FE80::/10):

  • Definition: Link-local addresses are used for communication between nodes on the same local link (network segment). They are automatically configured and do not require a router.
  • Range: Addresses that start with the prefix
    FE80::/10
    , typically followed by zeros to complete the 128-bit address.
  • Example:
    FE80::1A2B:3C4D:5E6F

    This address is used for local communication within a network segment and is not routable beyond that segment.

Summary

  • Site-local addresses are for communications within an organization and are not globally routable (e.g.,
    FEC0:1234:5678:9ABC::1
    ).
  • Link-local addresses are for communication between devices on the same local link and are automatically configured (e.g.,
    FE80::1A2B:3C4D:5E6F
    ).

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