IPv4 | COMPUTER NETWORKS | SNS INSTITUTIONS

#snsdesignthinkers #snsinstitutions #designthinking This presentation introduces the fundamental concepts of IP addressing and highlights one of the biggest challenges faced by modern computer networks—IPv4 address exhaustion. As the number of internet users and connected devices continues to grow exponentially, the limitations of IPv4 become increasingly evident. The session begins by helping learners relate to real-life scenarios, where multiple devices such as smartphones, laptops, smart TVs, and IoT gadgets all require unique IP addresses to communicate over the internet. With IPv4 supporting approximately 4.3 billion addresses, the rapid increase in global connectivity has led to the depletion of available addresses. In addition to address exhaustion, the presentation also discusses other limitations of IPv4, including lack of built-in security, inefficient support for real-time applications like video streaming, and increased complexity due to variable-length headers. Temporary solutions such as NAT (Network Address Translation) and CIDR (Classless Inter-Domain Routing) are also touched upon, explaining how they delayed but did not solve the problem. This PPT sets the stage for understanding why a new protocol was necessary, leading to the development of IPv6. It encourages learners to think critically about technological evolution and the importance of scalable solutions in networking. 📚 Key Highlights: Understanding IP addressing basics Limitations of IPv4 Growth of internet users and IoT devices Need for next-generation protocols 🎯 Ideal for students studying Computer Networks and beginners exploring networking fundamentals. #snsdesignthinkers #snsinstitutions #designthinking