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linux-2.2.17 auto-configuration

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Subject: linux-2.2.17 auto-configuration
From: Moter Du <Moter_Du@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Fri, 6 Oct 2000 17:55:01 +0800
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I'm confused by auto-configuration in linux-2.2.17. In summary it seems Linux supports only solicited auto-configuration, not unsolicited auto-configuration. The term 'solicited auto-configuration' means Linux sends a RS and Router replies a RA. The term 'unsolicited auto-configuration' means Router advertises a RA periodically. In the latter case Linux does receive the RA, but it never auto-configured itself.

I should trace into the kernel. But if some can point out the answer I would appreciate very much.

      Sincerely
      Moter Du

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