# HN835: The Pros and Cons of Shortest Path Bridging (SPB)

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Podcast: [Heavy Networking](https://stenobird.com/podcast/heavy-networking)
Published: 2026-07-24T17:09:24+00:00
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## Resource

Shortest Path Bridging (SPB) remains an intriguing and reliable fabric technology, offering a unique approach to Ethernet that differs from more widely deployed fabrics such as EVPN/VXLAN. Jeff Wilson joins Ethan and Drew to share his experience designing and managing SPB-based fabrics. Together they discuss how SPB simplifies multicast, essential hardware design considerations for scaling, ... Read more »

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