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Glossary Term Label Stack

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What is Label Stack?

In networking, a Label Stack refers to multiple labels used in MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching) to steer packets through a network efficiently.

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Understanding Label Stack

Label Stack: In networking and cybersecurity, a label stack refers to a collection of labels that are used in a protocol like Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS) to direct network traffic along specific paths. Each label in the stack provides instructions for the routers on how to handle the data packets, enabling efficient forwarding of traffic based on pre-defined routes and policies without needing to inspect the packet's full header for each hop in the network.

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