Network Stack Features (IGMPv3, IPv6, and Others)


Network Stack Features (IGMPv3, IPv6, and Others)

The Linux 2.6 kernel includes a large number of improvements in the area of networking, including support for IPv6 (page ) and enhanced multicast (page ) support. Although these features do not immediately benefit end users, they do permit the development and deployment of network services that will not require significant modification for integration with future technologies.