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System for predicting and managing network performance by managing and monitoring resourse utilization and connection of network

US5951644A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 24, 1996
Grant dateSep 14, 1999
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Expiry dateDec 24, 2016

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L51/00
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A system to manage network resources of a network so that network performance is predictable and manageable is disclosed. According to the system, network resource utilization is monitored and then computer systems seeking to transmit or receive data over the network as requested to do so at times that serve to more efficiently utilize the network resources. A method for managing network resources is also disclosed.

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