> # Zone Set Distribution

> You can distribute full zone sets using one of two methods: one-time distribution or full zone set distribution.

> Table 17-1 lists the differences between these distribution methods.

> Table 17-1 Zone Set Distribution Differences
> One-Time Distribution | Full Zone Set Distribution
> --- | ---
> Distributes the full zone set immediately. | Does not distribute the full zone set immediately.
> Does not distribute the full zone set information along with the active zone set during activation, deactivation, or merge process. | Remembers to distribute the full zone set information along with the active zone set during activation, deactivation, and merge processes.

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