Use Disaggregated BGP Prefixes to Influence Inbound Internet Traffic
Sometimes using suboptimal BGP practices, like disaggregated prefixes, is necessary when dealing with ISPs unfamiliar with BGP communities.
MAIN POINTS
- Optimal BGP usage may be compromised due to ISP limitations.
- Disaggregated prefixes can be a necessary solution.
- A BGP lab exercise is available to practice this approach.
- Lab setup can be done via GitHub Codespaces or personal infrastructure.
TAKEAWAYS
- BGP communities may not always be understood by ISPs.
- Disaggregated prefixes act as a workaround for BGP issues.
- Practical exercises enhance understanding of BGP configurations.
- Flexible lab setup options support diverse user preferences.