RIPv1 and RIPv2

workfrom925workfrom925 Member Posts: 196
in CCNA & CCENT
I've read up RIPv1 and RIPv2. Here is some idea I conclude myself. RIPv1 can and should use auto-summarization, which is on by default. RIPv2 doesn't need auto-summarization because each network command has both network address and subnet mask. And it should be disabled with "#no auto-summary". Am I correct?
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  • networker050184networker050184 Mod Posts: 11,962 Mod
    When and where it should be used demepnds on your network design.
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  • d6bmgd6bmg Member Posts: 242 ■■■□□□□□□□
    It is totally dependent on the design of the network.

    In short:
    RIPv1: worst possible algo still alive.
    RIPv2: slightly better, at least suitable for SOHO systems.
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  • NetworkVeteranNetworkVeteran Member Posts: 2,338 ■■■■■■■■□□
    In the old days, RIP was used at corporations with thousands of devices and dozen of routers. It's no longer the protocol du jour, and I strongly prefer OSPF or IS-IS, but it's more capable than many realize today. As Networker says, I wouldn't call auto-summary a "good" or "bad" idea without reference to a particular network design or designer.
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