Routing Flashcards

1
Q

MLS

A

Multi-Layer Switch
(aka Layer 3 capable switch)

Switch that has routing capabilities built in

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2
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Routing Table

A

Used by the router to cross-reference the layer 3 data and forward the packet ahead

Router will check all routes and pick the best one

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2
Q

Gateway Column in Routing Table

A

IP address for the “next hop” router.

If destination network ID is directly connected to router, column will have *, 0.0.0.0, or on-link written.

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3
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Genmask Column

A

Subnet mask for destination

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4
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Flags column

A

U = route is up and working
H = route is a host
G = route to gateway

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5
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Type and Iface columns

A

Which ports to use and what type of port it is

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6
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Default Route

A

Send every packet here unless there is a line on the table that matches

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