N4N063: Link Layer Discovery Protocol

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Sep 3, 202651:16Technology

Ethan and Holly tackle the Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP). They explain how this protocol helps network engineers map network topologies and validate wiring. They also discuss how LLDP devices use frames to send in...

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