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The primary goal of this Packet Tracer is to move beyond the limitations of the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP). While STP prevents loops within switches, it doesn't solve the problem of a gateway router failing. HSRP, a Cisco proprietary protocol, addresses this by allowing two or more routers to share a , effectively appearing as a single "virtual" router to end devices. Key Learning Components

Mastering HSRP through this lab is essential for real-world network engineering. It provides a , ensuring that even if a physical router goes down, the network connection remains continuous for the users.

By completing this activity, students are expected to master the following competencies:

: You will learn to designate an Active router and a Standby router.

: A critical part of the exercise involves simulating a failure to verify that the Standby router takes over seamlessly without needing any reconfiguration on the host PCs. Practical Importance