Bridge and Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) Standards

Bridges and Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) help manage and segment network traffic efficiently. A bridge connects different network segments, filtering data to reduce congestion. VLANs break a physical network into logical groups, allowing devices to communicate as if they're on the same network even if physically separated. Standards like IEEE 802.1Q define how VLAN tags are added to data packets, ensuring compatibility across devices. These standards enable flexible, secure, and scalable network design by controlling data flow and grouping devices logically, improving performance and security across organizational networks.