During OSPF configuration, which command is used to initiate the OSPF process?

The command used to initiate the OSPF process is "router ospf [process-id]." This command is critical because it defines the routing process and assigns a unique process ID for OSPF, allowing the router to start the OSPF routing protocol. When configuring OSPF, correctly initiating the process is essential, as it lays the groundwork for further configurations such as defining which interfaces will participate in OSPF routing.

Once the OSPF process is started, additional commands such as the network command can be used to specify which interfaces will be included in the OSPF process, designating the areas they belong to. However, the fundamental initiation of the OSPF protocol is accomplished through the specified command, emphasizing its role as the starting point of the entire OSPF configuration on the router.