Crypto-PAn (Cryptographic Prefix-Aware Network Address Translator) is a privacy-preserving technique designed to anonymize IP addresses while allowing some level of network functionality, particularly in scenarios like peer-to-peer networking. It was developed to address concerns about IP address tracking and privacy in online communications. Key features of Crypto-PAn include: 1. **Prefix-aware**: It modifies IP addresses in a way that maintains the structure needed for routing while still providing anonymity.
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