ELI5

We break down complex tech and terms into plain English. The ELI5 series is a cornerstone of AoI that helps make tough technologies accessible to the wider audience.

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ELI5 ·

What is Multipath TCP (MPTCP)?

Discover how Multipath TCP lets a single connection use multiple network paths at once, increasing speed and resilience for mobile devices, data‑centres and the future Internet.

What is SLAAC (IPv6)?
ELI5 ·

What is SLAAC (IPv6)?

Discover how SLAAC lets devices self‑assign global addresses, removes DHCP overhead, preserves end‑to‑end connectivity, and scales effortlessly for home, enterprise, and IoT networks.

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Networking ·

What is NAT?

Learn how Network Address Translation (NAT) works - lets home networks and data centres share one public IPv4 address, hides private hosts and enables port forwarding for servers.