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Name service for network management architecture

US6430578B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateDec 4, 1998
Grant dateAug 6, 2002
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Expiry dateDec 4, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S707/99954
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for determining, storing, and managing names for agents and entities installed on a computer network is described. In one embodiment, a method is provided for providing a name service configured to provide unique identifiers and addresses for processes on a computer network. The name service includes a database of identifiers and addresses for the processes. A query is made to the name service that searches the database and the name service returns the answer.

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