LLDP

LLDP

Link Layer Discovery Protocol.

Link Layer Discovery Protocol is a link layer protocol that allows a LAN segment to advertise its identify and capabilities.

More formally known as the IEEE 802.1AB Link Layer Discovery Protocol.

For more information see:

• http://everything.explained.at/Link_Layer_Discovery_Protocol/ - Link Layer Discovery Protocol Explained.
• www.eetimes.com/document.asp?doc_id=1272069 - Tutorial on the Link Layer Discovery Protocol.