  The study utilizes a comprehensive dataset informed by IPv6 routing
information to provide statistics, degree distribution, joint degree
distribution, and clustering analysis of the IPv6 Internet's structure and
resilience.The dataset includes 17,232 unique ASes and 10,000 unique IPv6
prefixes. Analysis reveals an interconnected network with an average path
length of approximately 3 hops, suggesting a robust and efficient network with
potential redundancy and resilience, despite some isolated components. The
paper outlines the degree distribution, indicating many peripheral nodes in a
sparse network, and a clustering analysis showing a tendency for ASes to form
clusters, which is indicative of redundancy and robustness against failures.
The connectivity analysis, including path redundancy and reachability, supports
the network's resilience.The findings are crucial for network design and
strategic planning, particularly as IPv6 adoption increases. The paper
emphasizes the importance of continuous monitoring and improvement of network
connectivity in the evolving Internet landscape, highlighting the IPv6
Internet's resilience and structured connectivity.
