@Chris_M wrote: The core is a switch or a group of switch if you want that handles all traffic within the network. It connects all other distribution and access switches to each other. In smaller network, the core and distribution are the same. You typically use root guard on those switches trunk port to access switches to prevent other switches from becoming root bridge. However, if priority not done correctly, it can cause issues in your network til you resolve them. Thank you
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