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Appendix C. Changes since RFC 2462

This document obsoletes RFC 2462 and incorporates the following changes:

  • Updated normative and informative references to reflect current IPv6 specifications.
  • Clarified Duplicate Address Detection procedures and requirements.
  • Enhanced security considerations section.
  • Refined protocol specification details based on implementation experience.
  • Added guidance on address lifetime management and stability.
  • Updated terminology and definitions for consistency with other IPv6 standards.