As I recall, we made the transition from a net creditor country to a net debtor country in 1985.

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The 6to4 protocol is the latest in a series of tools being developed by the IETF to aid in the transition of the 'Net from IPv4 to IPv6.

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The net result is that tons of users are in pain from the transition.

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Mr. Ringel's career jump wasn't easy, but for others who strive to do the same, he suggests having the safety net of a secure job, the way he did when he was making the transition.

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