A technician is setting up a new network and wants to create redundant paths through the network.
Which of the following should be implemented to prevent performance degradation? that results from them. Spanning tree also allows a network design to include spare (redundant) links to provide automatic backup paths if an active link fails, without the danger of bridge loops, or the need for manual enabling/disabling of these backup links.
A.
Port mirroring
B.
Spanning tree
C.
ARP inspection
D.
VLAN
Explanation:
The Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) is a network protocol that ensures a loop-free topology for any bridged
Ethernet local area network. The basic function of STP is to prevent bridge loops and the broadcast radiation