prefixlength
Prefix length refers to the number of bits used in the network portion of an IP address within an IP network. It is an essential concept in IP addressing and subnetting, determining the size of a subnet and the range of IP addresses it contains. The prefix length is typically expressed as a suffix after the IP address, separated by a slash ("/"). For example, in the address "192.168.1.0/24", the prefix length is 24 bits.
In IPv4 addressing, the prefix length indicates how many bits of the 32-bit address are allocated to
In IPv6 addressing, the prefix length follows similar principles but applies to a 128-bit address space. IPv6
Prefix length is critical for routing and network design, enabling efficient allocation of IP addresses and
Overall, understanding prefix length enables network administrators to plan, configure, and manage IP address space effectively,