VDict - Definition of router

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networking /roo't*/ A device which forwards packets

between networks. The forwarding decision is based on

network layer information and routing tables, often

constructed by routing protocols.

Unix manual page: route(8).

See also bridge, gateway, Exterior Gateway Protocol,

Interior Gateway Protocol, flapping router.

(1999-08-24)

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Hot Swapable Routing Protocol dual-attached proxy ARP flapping router router routing Exterior Gateway Protocol Interior Gateway Protocol hello packet Multiprotocol Label Switching more...

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