Description: The impact of overload on the performance of EIGRP (Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol) refers to how the amount of information and the frequency of updates can affect the efficiency and speed of this routing protocol. EIGRP is an advanced routing protocol developed by Cisco that uses a hybrid approach, incorporating features of both distance vector and link-state protocols, to determine the best routes in a network. Overload can arise when there is an excessive number of routes that need to be processed, which can lead to increased CPU and memory resource usage on network devices. This, in turn, can result in delays in network convergence, affecting routers’ ability to adapt to changes in network topology. Additionally, overload can cause increased control traffic, as EIGRP sends route updates and hello packets to maintain current routing information. Therefore, it is crucial to properly manage EIGRP configuration, optimizing parameters such as update interval and the number of routes being advertised, to minimize the impact of overload and ensure optimal network performance.
