Navigating TCAM and LPM Challenges

This chapter explores the complexities of Ternary Content Addressable Memory (TCAM) and its crucial role in efficiently managing routing prefixes and longest prefix matches (LPM). The discussion addresses the impacts of varying prefix lengths on memory efficiency and highlights the challenges faced in network design and hardware customization. Through engaging insights, the chapter emphasizes the importance of strategic planning in memory allocation and performance optimization in networking devices.