Directions in active networks

  • Authors:
  • K. L. Calvert;S. Bhattacharjee;E. Zegura;J. Sterbenz

  • Affiliations:
  • Kentucky Univ., Lexington, KY;-;-;-

  • Venue:
  • IEEE Communications Magazine
  • Year:
  • 1998

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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