Explore Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) and Cisco's proprietary Rapid Per-VLAN Spanning Tree Plus (Rapid PVST+) in this comprehensive video lecture. Delve into RSTP's improvements over traditional Spanning Tree Protocol, including port states, roles, and link types. Learn about RSTP configuration, verification in CLI, and BPDU analysis using Wireshark. Gain insights into RSTP's hello timer, aging process, and various link types such as edge, point-to-point, and shared. Test your knowledge with multiple quizzes throughout the lecture, covering topics like root bridge identification and port roles. Enhance your understanding of network redundancy and convergence for the CCNA 200-301 certification.