Distributed computing system selecting a service master for each service by an elected global master for managing requests for that service
US7299265B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 6, 2003 |
| Grant date | Nov 20, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 29, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L41/30
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A mechanism is disclosed for managing a distributed computing system in which a plurality of services are provided by a plurality of members. Initially, one of the members of the system is elected as the global master for the system. Thereafter, the global master selects a service master (where a service master comprises a member of the system) for each of the services provided by the system, such that each service has an associated service master. Each service master may be selected based upon an associated set of service master selection criteria. Once selected, each service master manages requests for the service with which the service master is associated. In this manner, services and the requests for the services are effectively managed.
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