How Large is the 802.1Q Tag That is Added to an Ethernet Frame When Using VLANs?

VLAN tagging and trunking are essential methods for managing traffic in networks. The IEEE 802.1Q standard, also known as Dot1Q, defines the method for identifying VLAN traffic between two switches. In this article, we will explore the terminologies associated with VLAN tagging and trunking, including Dot1Q VLAN tags, trunk ports, access ports, and more. Suppose … Read more