A practical handbook for OSPF network design and deployment. OSPF Network Design Solutions presents a detailed, applied look into the workings of the popular Open Shortest Path First protocol, demonstrating how to dramatically increase network performance, security, and the ease with which large-scale networks are maintained. OSPF is thoroughly explained through exhaustive coverage of network design, deployment, management, and troubleshooting. The opening chapters cover network foundations, such as IP addressing, routing, various distance vector and link state protocols, and network protocol selection. Subsequent chapters quickly delve into the details of OSPF routing and network design. Advanced design concepts such as OSPF route distribution and O...