2.2 - Software Defined Networking Flashcards
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What is the infrastructure layer / data plane?
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Where decisions at the packet level are made. Consisting of things like routers, switches, and access points to forward data appropriately.
2
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What is the control layer / control plane?
A
Where the actions of the data plane are managed. Dynamic routing protocols are stored here.
3
Q
What is the application layer / management plane?
A
Where the rules of the entire network are defined. SSH, browsers, APIs, etc.
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