VLSM
Noun
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VLSM (uncountable)
(computing) Initialism of variable-length subnet masking.
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CIDR is based on variable-length subnet masking (VLSM) to allow allocation and routing based on arbitrary-length prefixes.
Classless Inter-Domain Routing is based on variable-length subnet masking (VLSM), which allows a network to be divided into variously sized subnets, providing the opportunity to size a network more appropriately for local needs.
EIGRP adds support for VLSM (variable length subnet mask) and adds the Diffusing Update Algorithm (DUAL) in order to improve routing and provide a loopless environment.
The periodic routing updates do not carry subnet information, lacking support for variable length subnet masks (VLSM).
You can use an online conversion tool such as this CIDR / VLSM Supernet Calculator to convert from CIDR notation to IP address ranges.
When creating a subnetting plan using VLSM, you have to be much more careful in choosing what subnets to use.