What is a difference between CDP and LLDP?

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What is a difference between CDP and LLDP?

  • CDP can gather information from routers, switches, and wireless APs, whereas LLDP can only gather information from routers and switches.
  • CDP can obtain both Layer 2 and Layer 3 information, whereas LLDP can only obtain Layer 2 information.
  • CDP is a proprietary protocol, whereas LLDP is a vendor-neutral protocol.
  • CDP is enabled on an interface using two commands, whereas LLDP requires only one command.

Explanation: CDP only operates on Cisco IOS devices. LLDP is an open standard, defined in IEEE 802.1AB, to support non-Cisco devices and to allow for interoperability between other devices.

Exam with this question: CCNA 2 v6 Chapter 10: Check Your Understanding

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