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Virtual layer-2 network

US11831544B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 14, 2021
Grant dateNov 28, 2023
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Expiry dateJul 14, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L2101/622
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Systems and methods for a virtual layer-2 network are described herein. The method can include providing a virtual Layer 3 network in a virtualized cloud environment. The virtual Layer 3 network can be hosted by an underlying physical network. The method can include providing a virtual Layer 2 network in the virtualized cloud environment. The virtual Layer 2 network can be hosted by the underlying physical network.

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