This document provides an overview of Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6). It discusses key features of IPv6 such as its larger 128-bit address space, simplified header format, and built-in security features. The document also compares IPv6 to the current IPv4 protocol, noting improvements in areas like address allocation, routing, and auto-configuration. It concludes that IPv6 will eventually replace IPv4 as the pool of available IPv4 addresses is depleted.