
Holddown timer works by having each router start a timer when they first receive information about a network that is unreachable. Until the timer expires, the router will discard any subsequent route messages that indicate the route is in fact reachable. It can solve the case where multiple routers are connected indirectly. There are realistic sce...
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State into which a route is placed so that routers will neither advertise the route nor accept advertisements about the route for a specific length of time (the holddown period). Holddown is used to flush bad information about a route from all routers in the network. A route is typically placed in holddown when a link in that route fails.
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a clamp for holding a metal piece, as a sheet being deep-drawn, to prevent distortion or movement. · restraint or limitation short of reduction, esp. on costs: a substantial holddown on military spending.
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