Static Routing

Introduction

In Cisco networking, a static route is a manually configured path for network traffic to reach a specific destination. Unlike dynamic routing protocols, static routes are configured by network administrators, and they do not automatically update or adjust to changes in the network topology. Static routes are commonly used in small networks or in situations where the network topology is simple and stable. To configure a static route on a Cisco router or switch, the administrator needs to specify the destination network, the subnet mask, and the next hop or exit interface for the traffic. The next hop can be a specific IP address, a gateway router, or an interface on the local router.