👉 Router math, often used in network routing protocols like OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) and BGP (Border Gateway Protocol), is a set of algorithms that determine the best paths for data packets to travel across a network. It involves calculating metrics such as hop count, bandwidth, delay, and reliability to select the most efficient routes. These calculations help routers make dynamic decisions about which paths to use, ensuring optimal data transmission and network performance. Router math typically includes concepts like link-state algorithms (e.g., Dijkstra's algorithm) and distance-vector algorithms, which compute shortest paths based on various criteria to maintain network stability and efficiency.
