OSPF Protocol

Detection Information

The following page provides information on the OSPF Protocol.

Protocol Description

Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) is a routing protocol that is used to find the best path between the source and the destination router. It is used amongst routers to optimize traffic flow.

Full Name

Open Shortest Path First

Abbreviation

OSPF

Introduced

Version 2.88

Port Statistics

IP Protocol Flow Percent
TCP 2604 > 99%
OSPFIGP < 1%

Category

Networking


Protocol Detection

Do you know how much OSPF traffic flows through your network? Netify's protocol detection engine and reporting provides insights to help manage your network.

What gets measured, gets managed.

Learn More

Related Protocols

A list of related protocols is below. List of all protocols.

Integration and Custom Solutions

Do you have any questions about integration, APIs or custom development?

Contact Us