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Method of using static maps in a virtual private network

US6529513B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 4, 1999
Grant dateMar 4, 2003
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Expiry dateFeb 4, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S370/911
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method and system for providing routing information for use in virtual private networks is disclosed. The method supports a variety of different secure network topologies. According to the method a static map is generated including information on each static gateway and resources accessible therethrough. The map also contains security information for accessing and authenticating a gateway.

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