BGP is primarily used to manage how packets are routed across the Internet through the exchange of routing and reachability information among edge routers. This protocol enables ASs (autonomous systems) to determine the best route paths for inter-domain traffic, which enhances the efficiency and stability of the network. The incorrect answers mention concepts not directly related to the core functionality of BGP.
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What is an autonomous system (AS) in the context of BGP?