DVMRP

DVMRP can run over various types of networks, including Ethernet local area networks (LANs). It can even run through routers that are not multicast-capable. It has been considered as an intermediate solution while "real" multicast Internet Protocol (IP) routing evolves.

Read more about DVMRP: - The concept of DVMRP was described in a 1988 memo from researchers at Stanford University. - Juniper Networks describes DVMRP in concise terms. - The Network Research Group at the University Science Malaysia describes how DVMRP works. - Future Software Ltd. offers a DVMRP program. - SearchNetworking has links to more information about networking standards and protocols.

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