Why does ifdown of an IPv6 alias tear all IPs off the interface?

Solution Verified - Updated 2024-08-06T08:13:54+00:00 -

Issue

When utilizing ifdown to manage IPv6 aliases on an interface, all IPs are removed from the specified interface. When using the ifconfig commands, the appropriate actions occur.

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