Chapter 9. Routing Protocols

Chapter Outline

9-1 Introduction

9-2 Static Routing

9-3 Dynamic Routing Protocols

9-4 Distance Vector Protocols

9-5 Link State Protocols

9-6 Hybrid Protocols

9-7 Configuring RIP and RIPv2

Summary

Questions and Problems

Objectives

• Describe the difference between static and dynamic routing protocols

• Describe the difference in distance vector and link state protocols

• Be able to configure a basic setup for static routing protocol

• Understand the relative amount of traffic generated by each protocol

• Understand the basics for OSPF, IS-IS, and the EIGRP routing protocols

• Be able to configure a basic setup for RIP and RIP v2 routing protocols

Key Terms

static route

netstat -r

route print

loopback

ip route

variable length subnet masking