BGP - why is eBGP preferred over iBGP

BGP prefers eBGP paths over iBGP paths, as explained in the BGP prefer eBGP over iBGP lesson.

Links to this page:

  • BGP - BGP Algorithm within confederations
  • BGP Default local preference and its appearance in the BGP table
© 2013 - 2025 NetworkLessons.com

Tags

  • #bgp
  • #ebgp
  • #ibgp
  • #administrative-distance

Interactive graph