Explanation of Network Convergence

 Last reviewed: September 29, 1997
Article ID: Q164268
The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows NT operating system version 3.1
  • Microsoft Windows NT Advanced Server version 3.1
  • Microsoft Windows NT Workstation versions 3.5, 3.51, and 4.0
  • Microsoft Windows NT Server versions 3.5, 3.51, and 4.0
  • Microsoft LAN Manager version 2.2c
  • Microsoft Windows for Workgroups version 3.11
  • Microsoft TCP/IP-32 for Windows for Workgroups, versions 3.11, 3.11a, and 3.11b
  • Microsoft Windows 95
  • Microsoft Network Client version 3.0 for MS-DOS

SUMMARY

When a network topology change occurs that affects routing tables on routers, communication between routed locations may be disrupted. Thus it is important for a network to maintain a converged state.

MORE INFORMATION

Convergence is the process of communicating changes in network topology and recomputing routes based on the changes. A network where all maintained routes are current and accurate is said to be in a converged state.

Additional query words: RRAS
Keywords : NTSrvWkst nttcp wfw wfwg win3x win95 kbnetwork
Version : 3.1 3.11 3.5 3.51 2.0 2.1 95
Platform : WINDOWS

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Last reviewed: September 29, 1997
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