What type of multicast flow configuration can facilitate better bandwidth control on a Dante network?

IGMP Snooping is the option that best facilitates better bandwidth control on a Dante network by managing multicast flows. This technology allows network switches to listen in on the IGMP (Internet Group Management Protocol) traffic between hosts and routers. By doing so, it learns which devices are interested in receiving multicast traffic, which significantly optimizes the way multicast packets are handled within the network.

In a Dante network, multicast is commonly used to distribute audio streams to multiple devices. Without IGMP Snooping, multicast traffic would typically be sent to all devices on a network segment, which can lead to unnecessary bandwidth consumption and network congestion. With IGMP Snooping enabled, the switch can forward multicast traffic only to the devices that have explicitly requested it, thereby reducing unnecessary load and improving overall network efficiency. This tailored approach to multicast distribution enhances bandwidth control and ensures that the network operates more efficiently, especially in environments with multiple audio streams or a large number of connected devices.

In contrast, while other options may contribute to overall network performance or management, they do not specifically target the multicast traffic handling mechanisms. VLAN tagging and QoS adjustments help with separating traffic and prioritizing packet types, respectively, but IGMP Snooping directly addresses the efficient delivery of multicast streams. Device prioritization