Computer Networks
[Day 11] 9. Site-Local and Link-Local Addresses in IPv6
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DITISS Admin1. 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 , typically followed by zeros to complete the 128-bit address.
FE80::/10 - 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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