Explanation of Network Convergence

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          : kbnetwork win95 wfwg nttcp NTSrvWkst win3x 
Version           : 3.1 3.11 3.5 3.51 2.0 2.1 95
Platform          : WINDOWS

Last Reviewed: October 1, 1997