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Interconnectivity between autonomous systems

US7742477B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 3, 2006
Grant dateJun 22, 2010
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Expiry dateMay 15, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L45/50
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method, apparatus and computer program product each provides interconnectivity between autonomous systems. A control plane and a data plane are included in a network device. A single interface is included in the control plane for all customers. An interface is included in the data plane for each respective one of the customers.

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