Question

Distance vector protocols use the concept of split horizon, but link-state routing protocols, such as OSPF, do not.

(a) True

(b) False

This question was addressed to me by my college professor while I was bunking the class.

The doubt is from OSPF Configuration topic in division Network Layer of Computer Network

Answer 1

Correct option is (b) False

The explanation is: In Distance vector routing protocols, there is a problem called count-to-infinity which occurs regularly. So, to make sure that it does not occur, the split horizon algorithm is used. There is no requirement for it in OSPF.