Question

The Spanning Tree Protocol operates at the Network layer of the OSI model.

True

False

Answer 1

False

Step-by-step explanation:

The Spanning Tree Protocol operates at the Data link layer of the OSI model.

Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) is a bridge and switch (Layer 2 protocol). The STP specification is IEEE 802.1D. STP's primary aim is to guarantee that when you have redundant routes in your network, you do not generate loops. Loops to a network are fatal.