Understanding default gateway limitations in computer networks

Default Gateway Limitations: Impact on Connectivity and Performance

Hosts at the access layer of a hierarchical network take advantage of the alternate default gateways. If a gateway (router interface) fails, the hosts configured with that gateway are cut off from outside networks. A method is needed to provide alternate default gateways in switched networks where two or more routers are connected to the… Read more

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