Transferring Over From IPV3 To IPV4: What You Need To Know
IPV3 is an outdated series of internet protocols. If your company's computer systems are still running on IPV3, you should seriously consider moving over to IPV4, which is the updated model of the same internet protocols. IPV4 is updated and upgraded to meet many of the current standards in internet technology, which is the primary reason for making an IPV4 transfer. If you are ready to make the switch, there are a few things you should know about IPV4 first.
It Is a "Best Delivery Model" With No Guarantees Attached
"Best delivery models" mean that the software will make every attempt to deliver services as promised. However, you should still expect a small amount to a modicum of difficulty as your systems transfer over from the older IPV3. There is no guarantee attached that your system will make a perfectly seamless transfer, but if you have some good tech people working for you, they will know to incorporate a TCP, or transmission control protocol, that will help make the transfer smoother.
IPV4 Uses 32-Bit Private Networks and Security Controls
Another reason why IPV4 is still extremely popular in the world of technology is because it uses 32-bit addresses on private networks. This means that every address you use in your company's system is private, and significantly more secure than the ones you were using before. Proprietary information between company employees and consumers stays private. This is extremely important if you have a need for tighter security controls. You can also request as many private addresses as you need to conduct daily business. As you transfer the information you have over to IPV4, the addresses will lock down the information.
IPV4 Has Already Been Succeeded by IPV6
IPV4 has already been succeeded by IPV5, which was scrapped early on, and IPV6, which is the next upgrade. However, you cannot upgrade to IPV6 until you have run IPV4 for a while and shaken the bugs loose. Once IPV4 is running fairly smoothly, your company can make the next upgrade to IPV6, if you so desire. Further upgrades to these protocol systems are not too far off in the distant future, which means that by slowly making your upgrades to your company's computer system now, the system will readily accept the next big upgrade in IPVs. It also means that your tech people will learn how to operate, control, debug, and run each new upgrade as the transfers are made.
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