Open standards like Ethernet, BGP, and standard optical specifications enable multi-vendor environments where equipment from different manufacturers interoperates predictably. Proprietary extensions often deliver short-term advantages but create lock-in that limits future flexibility. The best compatibility strategies favor open standards while accepting proprietary capabilities only when they provide significant, ongoing value.
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