IP Address FAQ
At Beta Trades International Limited (BTIL) we know how critical IPv4 addresses are and that the problem of their deficit is too. The IPv4 landscape is naturally a complex area for our clients and stakeholders to understand and so we have rounded up FAQs on this subject.
What is an IPV4 Address?
IPv4 address stands for 4 of the Internet Protocol. Each device connected to the internet can have an internet protocol address or is assigned a network. It makes the devices stand out and enables them to exchange information in accordance with their IP addressing system.
What’s the reason for the IPv4 address depletion?
IPv4 is rapidly being depleted; there is a significant shortage of IPv4 addresses which have not been allocated in the current pool. It is exactly then that the exhaustion of conventional IP addresses has come into being and caused the problems of a more advance addressing method and the IPv6.
What underlines the distinction between an IPv4 address and an IPv6 address?
IPv4 addresses is an 32-bit numeric address type and IPv6 addresses is a 128-bit alphanumeric address type. IPv6 replaced IPv4 to cope with the deficits of IPv4 address space with an ability of supplying virtually unlimited numbers of unique addresses.
Can I sell or trade my IPv4 addresses away?
Indeed, the addresses can be auctioned or exchanged from one organization to another, but only according to the policies and procedures of the Regional internet Registries (RIRs). BTIL works as a legit IPv4 transfer market by adhering to the policies and guidelines.
What is an IRR and what function does it fulfil in mapping IPv4 addresses?
RIRs or Regional Internet Registries are not-for-profit organizations which are responsible for managing and allocating IP addresses in their corresponding geographic regions. The RIRs come under the administrative control of APNIC, ARIN, RIPE NCC, LACNIC and AFRINIC.
What immediate benefits are associated with IP address expansion?
Besides IPv4 addresses extra ones may be helpful from the standpoint of organizations' ability to remain flexible, scalable and provide room for growth and novelties. They are used in the field of networking for segmentation, security and load balancing as well.
How do I determine how much IPv4 address it is required by my organization? Through its IPv4 consultancy, BTIL analyses IPv4 assets of organizations to help them set their current and future strategy. Experts can assess your current network infrastructure, anticipated expansions, and business objectives then provide a solution set that is specifically designed for you.
How might IPv4 subnet addresses come to be allocated through BTIL?
 Taking guidance from the experts of BTIL's IPv4 transfer department, you will be assured of compliance with policies of the ARIN. This encompasses source and recipient checking, needs assessment, documentation preamble and close cooperation with the appropriate Regional Internet Registries (RIRs).
Can a global address reservation be done with IPv4 addresses?
 Yes, BTIL assists not only for internal (from within the same RIR region) but also for external (through the RIRs), guaranteeing that the address transfers comply with those policies and procedures of each particular RIR.
What means can I use to be able to stay informed and up-to-date about the ongoing IPv4 developments and policies?
BTIL frequently puts out articles which include news, updates and analysis of the IPv4 market policies, it covers the latest market trends and it provides best practices guidelines. Just join our newsletter or we will always to keep you updated on our social media channels.
For further assistance or inquiries, please contact our IPv4 experts at ipv4transfer@betatradesintl.net