Topic:Link Layer

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Contents 1 Protocols 1.1 Spanning Tree Protocol 1.1.1 Spanning-Tree Protocol (IEEE 802.1D) 1.1.2 Multiple Spanning-Tree Protocol (IEEE 802.1Q-2003) 1.1.3 Per-VLAN Spanning-Tree Protocol (Cisco Proprietary) 1.1.4 Rapid Spanning-Tree Protocol (IEEE 802.1w) 1.1.5 Rapid Per-VLAN Spanning-Tree Protocol (Cisco Proprietary)

[edit] Protocols

A number of protocols utilised in the Link Layer are listed here

[edit] Spanning Tree Protocol

The Spanning-Tree Protocol (STP) is an algorithm employed by bridges and switches to try and ensure that switching loops do not occur in the network topology. Capable of shutting down redundant links until they are needed, STP is a staple for enterprise networks. There have been many different types of the spanning-tree protocol to appear over the years such as the Multiple Spanning-Tree Protocol (MSTP), Per-VLAN Spanning-Tree Protocol (PVST), Rapid Spanning-Tree Protocol (RSTP), and Rapid Per-VLAN Spanning-Tree Protocol (RPVST).

[edit] Spanning-Tree Protocol (IEEE 802.1D)

[edit] Multiple Spanning-Tree Protocol (IEEE 802.1Q-2003)

[edit] Per-VLAN Spanning-Tree Protocol (Cisco Proprietary)

[edit] Rapid Spanning-Tree Protocol (IEEE 802.1w)

[edit] Rapid Per-VLAN Spanning-Tree Protocol (Cisco Proprietary)