Radia Perlman is an American computer scientist and network engineer, known for her pioneering work in the field of computer networking. She is most famous for her invention of the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), which is critical for the operation of Ethernet networks. STP helps prevent loops in network topologies by allowing switches to communicate and design efficient data paths. Perlman has contributed significantly to various areas in networking, including secure routing, network protocols, and network security.
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