How do hybrid routing protocols work?
Routing protocols are used to exchange information about the topology and reachability of networks among routers. Different routing protocols have different characteristics, such as scalability, efficiency, adaptability, and security. Hybrid routing protocols combine the features of both distance-vector and link-state protocols, which are two major types of routing protocols. In this article, you will learn how hybrid routing protocols work and what are some examples of them.
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Balance routing methods:Hybrid protocols like EIGRP combine distance-vector and link-state features. This approach uses a topology table for network overview while exchanging routing data with neighbors, enhancing scalability and efficiency.### *Zone-based efficiency:Protocols such as ZRP divide networks into overlapping zones. Routers use link-state within zones and distance-vector between them, achieving faster convergence and reduced resource usage in large-scale networks.