The basic IPv6 header has a fixed length of 40 bytes. Unlike IPv4, the IPv6 header is streamlined, omitting some fields (like header checksum) and standardizing the header size. This simplification reduces processing overhead, enhancing routing efficiency and scalability for modern networks.
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