Amazon Route 53 DNS service adds support for IPv6 API service endpoint
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This article announces that Amazon Route 53 now supports IPv6 API service endpoints, enabling dual-stack connectivity alongside existing IPv4 support.
- Route 53 DNS service API endpoint now supports IPv6, IPv4, and dual stack clients
- Existing IPv4 endpoint remains available for backward compatibility
- Eliminates need for IP address translation between IPv4 and IPv6
- Helps organizations meet compliance requirements
- Available in all Commercial Regions at no additional cost
- Accessible via AWS CLI and AWS Management Console
In summary, Route 53's IPv6 support simplifies DNS management for organizations transitioning to IPv6 addresses while maintaining backward compatibility.
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