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Link state
A link state represents the current topology of the network path from a source node to a destination node. It encapsulates information about the available paths...
A link state represents the current topology of the network path from a source node to a destination node. It encapsulates information about the available paths...
A link state represents the current topology of the network path from a source node to a destination node. It encapsulates information about the available paths, including the cost of each path, the number of hops, and the active devices on each path.
The link state is typically maintained by the routing protocols, such as RIP (Routing Information Protocol), OSPF (Open Shortest Path First), and IS-IS (Intermediate System to Intermediate System), which periodically exchange information about network topology and link costs.
By utilizing the link state, the routing protocols can efficiently determine the best path to the destination node, enabling efficient data transmission across the network