The Kafka connector has undergone several updates to enhance its functionality, notably with the integration of Couchbase Server 5.5 features, including default support for IPv6 and data compression. With version 3.3, IPv6 is now enabled by default to streamline its use, although IPv4 can still be prioritized in dual-stack environments by adjusting the configuration. Compression has been introduced to improve throughput, with the default mode allowing Couchbase Server to send data in compressed form when advantageous, while a forced mode prioritizes bandwidth efficiency at the cost of increased CPU usage. Users can also opt-out of compression, though this may affect performance metrics. These updates aim to improve resource utilization and streamline the deployment of the Kafka connector alongside the upcoming Couchbase Server release.