Iproute2 is a collection of utilities for controlling network traffic in Linux operating systems. It provides a modern alternative to older networking tools such as `ifconfig` and `route`. The name "Iproute2" reflects its focus on IP layer routing and traffic management. Key features of Iproute2 include: 1. **Advanced Routing and Traffic Control**: It includes tools for managing routing tables and overall network traffic handling, allowing for more complex configurations and policies.