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IPv6

technology Maturity 11-13

Computers need names to talk.

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These names help them find each other. We used to run out of names. Now we have many more. This helps everyone stay connected. It is very helpful! Do you use the internet?

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📚 Content adapted from Wikipedia | Readability: FK 13.1 | Vital Level 5