Why BGP is the Backbone of the Internet: Understanding the Importance of Border Gateway Protocol
The Internet, as we know it today, is a vast network of interconnected systems that allow seamless communication, data transfer, and access to information. But have you ever wondered how data finds its way across such a sprawling network? This …
Understanding BGP MED: What It Is and Why It Matters
In the realm of networking, BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) is a crucial component that helps determine how data is routed across the internet. One of the many attributes within BGP is MED, or Multi-Exit Discriminator. But what exactly is BGP …
/127s for IPv6 Point -To-Point links
/127’s for point-to-point links (RFC 6164) instead of /64’s https://datatracker.ietf.org/doc/html/rfc6164 [RFC4291] specifies that interface IDs for all unicast addresses, except those that start with the binary value 000, are required to be 64 bits long and to be constructed in …
Designing a modular network
Several of you have heard me discuss modular network design, which has five distinct advantages. 1. ScalableYou can upgrade pieces more easily than all-in-one devices. Upgrading a certain module for that big new client might mean the difference between being …
Some random IpV6 tools
http://www.subnetonline.com/pages/ipv6-network-tools/online-ipv6-ping.phpIPV6 Ping tool http://www.subnetonline.com/pages/subnet-calculators/ipv6-subnet-calculator.phpIPV6 Subnet Calculator
What is a Data Center Interconnect
As you become more familiar with Cisco Data Center terminology, you will encounter the term DCI. A DCI is a Data Center Interconnect. DCIs typically fall into three categories. Dark Fiber (CWDM/DWDM)MPLS Layer 2 VPN (VPWS/VPLS)MPLS Layer 3 VPN A …
DNSSEC Key Ceremony #27
Want to really geek out on one of the fundamental cornerstone of the Internet? Watch this video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbzJgsXAW3o I can’t embed the video as they have turned off that feature.
Understanding BGP Hold Timers
At its core, a Hold Timer in BGP refers to the duration a BGP speaker (router) will wait for updates from its peer before considering the connection as possibly down. It’s a timeout mechanism that ensures BGP routers stay synchronized …
Navigating the Complexity of Full BGP Routes: A Deep Dive into Border Gateway Protocol
In networking and internet connectivity, the Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) stands out as a crucial protocol responsible for routing data packets across the vast expanse of the internet. At the heart of BGP lies the concept of routing tables, and …
Understanding BGP Route Reflection: Simplifying Scalable Network Designs
Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) is a crucial component in the routing world, particularly in large-scale networks where scalability and efficient routing are paramount. In the context of expansive networks, BGP Route Reflection emerges as a fundamental technique to alleviate the …