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IPv6 Buzz

IPv6 Buzz

By: Packet Pushers
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IPv6 Buzz is for network engineers and infrastructure pros adopting IPv6 or who want to learn more about the protocol. Hosts Ed Horley, Tom Coffeen, and Nick Buraglio demystify IPv6’s intricacies and deliver practical insights in a conversational style that explain the how and why of implementation. They’ve literally written the books about IPv6 and routinely consult on public, private, and federal deployments. IPv6 Buzz is an essential podcast for building your knowledge, confidence, and expertise in working in this increasingly important domain.© Packet Pushers Interactive LLC
Episodes
  • IPB203: The Death of NAT

    IPB203: The Death of NAT
    Jun 25 2026
    Network Address Translation (NAT), a foundational element of IPv4, faces critical reassessment as IPv6 deployment shifts the landscape. Ed and Tom evaluate the evolving role of NAT, questioning whether traditional translation models remain necessary when stateful packet inspection offers more robust, transparent security solutions. Episode Links: “Fanboy” series – IPv6 and NATs – YouTube
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    27 mins
  • IPB202: How to Get Hands-On IPv6 Deployment Experience

    IPB202: How to Get Hands-On IPv6 Deployment Experience
    Jun 11 2026
    You can learn a lot about IPv6 from books, videos, and podcasts (such as this one), but it’s hard to beat hands-on experience. John Osmon joins our hosts to discuss how to set up your own IPv6 environment. They cover what John has done, including low-cost home lab options, how it’s impacted his thinking, and... Read more »
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    37 mins
  • IPB201: The Never-Ending Prefix Debate: Revisiting Best Current Practices

    IPB201: The Never-Ending Prefix Debate: Revisiting Best Current Practices
    May 28 2026
    Today’s conversation centers around a new Best Current Practices (BCP) RFC draft written by Jordi Palet Martinez. Our hosts explore the document for service providers and enterprises, including prefix sizing for point-to-point links, the pros and cons of numbering choices, and best practices for prefix pool allocation. Episode Links: IPv6 Prefix Assignment to End-Sites –... Read more »
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    28 mins
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