Veteran network architect proposes IPv8
James Thain, a veteran network architect, has proposed a new protocol called Internet Protocol Version 8 (IPv8) aimed at improving IPv4. The proposal suggests adding an 'area code' based on autonomous system numbers to expand the IPv4 address space significantly. Critics remain skeptical about the practicality and necessity of this new protocol compared to existing solutions.
- ▪Thain's IPv8 proposal aims to resolve IPv4 exhaustion while remaining backward compatible.
- ▪The new address format would provide each autonomous system holder with over 4 billion unique addresses.
- ▪Thain believes that many organizations do not need to adopt IPv6 due to its limited improvements over IPv4.
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