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An SNMP Trap is a type of alert or notification that an SNMP agent sends to a network management system when a specific event occurs, such as a security breach or system failure.
SNMP Trap Definition: An SNMP Trap is a type of alert or notification that an SNMP agent sends to a network management system when a specific event occurs, such as a security breach or system failure.
SNMP Trap is a notification alert or message generated by a remote SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) agent and sent to an SNMP management system to inform about specific events or conditions occurring on a network device. Traps provide real-time monitoring and alert capabilities in network management by transmitting information such as system errors, warnings, or device status changes to the central management system for immediate action.
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