Tag: default gateway command

Network diagram showing a host device, default gateway, and routing table directing data packets between subnets.
CCNA June 9, 2019

Host Default Gateway and Routing Table: The Ultimate Guide

When a host needs to communicate with another device on the network, it uses two critical components: the host’s default gateway and the routing table. This article explains how these elements work together to ensure packets reach their destinations. In 2025, the host default gateway’s role has expanded with 5G and IoT networks, where dynamic routing tables adapt...
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