Re: Using a /32

From: robbie (robbie@packetized.org)
Date: Mon Jul 11 2005 - 18:08:56 GMT-3

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The #1 reason (imho) would be using a /32 on a loopback as a source
address or router-id for a routing protocol peering connection, as these
are the most stable interfaces you can get on a router.

Cheers,
Robbie

Curtis Gregg wrote:
> When would you find it appropriate to use a /32 in a routing/routed
> environment, why and what are the benefits? Any examples would be much
> appreciated.
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> Some routing environments could be:
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> - Loopback interfaces
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> - Static host routes
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> - Corporate mergers to include host routes to new company
> network
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> - Routing protocol network statements
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> Thanks in advance,
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> Curt
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