QUESTION
a) Compare and contrast between static and dynamic routing.
b) What are the merits (five merits) and limitations (3 limitations) of using Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) as routing protocol as compared to a distance-vector protocol?
c) OSPF routers use their router ID to select a Designated Router (DR) and a Backup Designated Router (BDR) on multi-access networks.
Explain the purpose of the DR and BDR, and how the election process takes place.