Topic of Presentation: Update on current affairs related to IP addresses and AS numbers

Language: English

Arno Meulenkamp – has worked as a Technical Advisor and Trainer at the RIPE Network Coordination Centre (RIPE NCC) since 2001, and is based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

Arno studied Economics at the University of Amsterdam and Communications at the University of Nijmegen. From 1997 – 2001 he worked for Hewlett Packard, fulfilling several different functions.

In his role as Technical Advisor and Trainer, Arno ensures that the RIPE NCC’s Training Team is up-to-date with the latest Internet and technological developments. He also travels frequently to countries throughout Europe, the Middle East and Central Asia to deliver RIPE NCC Training Courses. Arno also gives regular presentations on Internet number resource allocation and assignment statistics, the Routing Registry and DNS Security (DNSSEC) at worldwide industry events.

Abstract: This presentation will have several parts. It includes a look at the expiration of the IPv4 free address pool, new AS numbers and how and why you would want to get IPv6 addresses. It also looks at the recent changes in policy related to Provider Independent addresses and how it may impact RIPE NCC members. Finally it has a look at the RIPE NCC’s Routing Information Service, a free service that collects and stores routing data, which can then be used for troubleshooting and research.