Explore Spanning Tree Protocol, including why it is needed and how to configure it and verify configuration. Discover how to diagram the logic of STP, different types of STP, and how to configure Rapid PVST+ on Cisco switches. In addition, examine reasons for using PortFast and BPDU Guard and why they shouldn't be used on trunks. This course can be used in preparation for the Cisco Certified Network Associate 200-301 certification exam.