Bridge Protocol Data Unit (BPDU) - Definition or Meaning

Bridge Protocol Data Unit (BPDU)

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Definition of “Bridge Protocol Data Unit (BPDU)” :

The Bridge Protocol Data Unit (BPDU) is a data message transmitted across a local area network to detect loops in network topologies within the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP). It helps in managing the data flow and preventing potential loops that can overload the network.

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