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kruser
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RIP setting in a router

In my routers, I usually set RIP to off.
I also keep multicast off.
What is the advantage of setting RIP to on and is it a security concern?
And multicast, is it OK to leave on or off?

I have options on both the LAN and WAN side to enable/disable RIP.
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nonymous

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Glendale, AZ		 What is your setup? Home, business network etc. number of routers? for home the answer tends to not needed.
to forum · permalink · · 2005-09-20 01:38:48 · Reply to this


kruser
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