Unique IPv6 Prefix per Host
RFC 8273, “Unique IPv6 Prefix per Host”, is an Informational document published in December 2017 by J. Brzozowski, G. Van de Velde. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
This document outlines an approach utilizing existing IPv6 protocols to allow hosts to be assigned a unique IPv6 prefix (instead of a unique IPv6 address from a shared IPv6 prefix). Benefits of using a unique IPv6 prefix over a unique service-provider IPv6 address include improved host isolation and enhanced subscriber management on shared network segments.
What “Informational” means
Published for the general information of the community. It does not define an IETF standard and carries no standards-track status.
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