Choosing Static or Dynamic Routing

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Applies To: Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2003 with SP1, Windows Server 2003 with SP2

Routing can be either static or dynamic, depending on how routing information is generated and maintained:

  • In static routing, routing information is entered manually by an administrator and remains constant throughout the router’s operation.

  • In dynamic routing, a router is configured to automatically generate routing information and share the information with neighboring routers.

You must decide where best to implement each type of routing.