OSPF
OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) is a popular interior gateway routing protocol to efficiently manage routing within a single Autonomous System (AS). OSPF is a link-state protocol which uses a link-state database (LSDB) to track the network topology and calculate the shortest path to each node in the network. It is a dynamic protocol which automatically adapts to changes in network topology, for optimal routing decisions and reliability. OSPF is usually used in enterprise networks for to its scalability and speed as compared to other routing protocols like RIP (Routing Information Protocol).
OSPF
divides networks into areas for hierarchical routing, reducing the
routing tables size and manages larger networks efficiently. It
operates by exchanging link-state advertisements (LSAs) between
routers, to develop an accurate and up-to-date map of the
network. OSPF uses Dijkstra’s algorithm, to calculate the best path to
reach a destination, with minimal latency and reliable connectivity
across the network. The certification in OSPF certifies your skills to
work in large-scale, complex network
environments.
Why is OSPF important?
- Attests to your knowledge in using OSPF for efficient and scalable routing in large enterprise networks.
- Validates your knowledge of fast convergence, minimizing downtime after network changes.
- Certifies your knowledge of hierarchical network design.
- Adds credibility for professionals in authentication of routing updates.
- Focuses on knowledge of network expansion or changes in network topology and traffic conditions with minimal disruption.
- Verify you in supporting both IPv4 and IPv6 routing.
- Assess you in multi-vendor environments, for interoperability.
Who should take the OSPF Exam?
- Network Engineer
- Network Architect
- Routing and Switching Specialist
- Network Administrator
- Systems Administrator (with networking responsibilities)
- IT Infrastructure Engineer
- Telecommunications Engineer
- Network Security Engineer
- Wireless Network Engineer
- Data Center Network Engineer
OSPF Certification Course Outline
The course outline for OSPF certification is as below -