Many universities can leverage their valuable troves of IPv4 addresses to bring a much-needed boost to higher education coffers.

3 things universities can do with an IPv4 stockpile


Many universities can leverage their valuable troves of IPv4 addresses to bring a much-needed boost to their coffers

Key points:

  • Universities could have an unexpected income stream right before their very eyes--their stores of IPv4 addresses
  • Businesses have created ongoing demand for IPv4 addresses from their growing networks
  • See related article: 5 essential edtech strategies for 2023-2024

In recent years, universities have faced a perfect storm of factors that have contributed to an educational financial crisis. The cost of delivering high-quality higher education has skyrocketed, while public funding has declined. At the same time, the global pandemic, the rise of online learning, the cost of tuition, and declining enrollment have reduced other income streams. However, many universities are sitting on a hidden fortune--their valuable troves of IPv4 addresses--that could bring a much-needed boost to their coffers.  

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