What happens to CAPWAP traffic if there is a network failure?

CAPWAP (Control And Provisioning of Wireless Access Points) is designed to manage the control and data traffic between lightweight access points and the Wireless LAN Controller (WLC). In the event of a network failure, CAPWAP traffic can leverage resiliency mechanisms to enhance availability. When there is a network failure, routing protocols and network configurations can redirect CAPWAP traffic through alternate paths, minimizing disruption to the communication between access points and the WLC. This ability to reroute traffic ensures that the network remains operational to the extent possible, allowing for continued communication and management of wireless devices.

The other options do not reflect the capabilities of CAPWAP in a failure scenario. Some imply total service degradation without considering the inherent network resilience features that can manage alternate routing. The ability to reroute and maintain communication is an essential component of modern networking, especially for protocols like CAPWAP that are critical for wireless network management.