Directions in active networks

Kenneth L. Calvert; Samrat Bhattacharjee; Ellen Zegura; James Sterbenz

doi:10.1109/35.722139

Directions in active networks

Kenneth L. Calvert, Samrat Bhattacharjee, Ellen Zegura, James Sterbenz

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Abstract

Active networks represent a significant step in the evolution of packet-switched networks, from traditional packet-forwarding engines to more general functionality supporting dynamic control and modification of network behavior. However, the phrase "active network" means different things to different people. This article introduces a model and nomenclature for talking about active networks, describes some possible approaches in terms of that nomenclature, and presents various aspects of the architecture being developed in the DARPA-funded active networks program. Potential applications of active networks are highlighted, along with some of the challenges that must be overcome to make them a reality.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	72-78
Number of pages	7
Journal	IEEE Communications Magazine
Volume	36
Issue number	10
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1109/35.722139
State	Published - Oct 1998

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Work supported by DARPA. Opinions and views expressed here are those of the authors and are not necessarily representative of their organizations or sponsors. This article was written while Kenneth L. Culvert was with the College of Computing, Georgia Institute of Technology.

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Work supported by DARPA. Opinions and views expressed here are those of the authors and are not necessarily representative of their organizations or sponsors. This article was written while Kenneth L. Culvert was with the College of Computing, Georgia Institute of Technology.

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Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency

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