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Routing Basics
Learn the fundamentals of how routers forward packets across networks. Explore static vs dynamic routing, routing tables, and core protocols such as RIP, OSPF, and EIGRP.
What You’ll Learn
- How routers determine the best path using routing tables
- Difference between static and dynamic routing protocols
- How OSPF, RIP, and EIGRP operate at Layer 3
- CLI configuration examples for Cisco routers
Try the Routing Quiz
1. What is the main function of a router?