Efficient multicast packet handling in a layer 2 network
US7899928B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 16, 2003 |
| Grant date | Mar 1, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 25, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L12/4625
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Efficient multicasting within a layer 2 network is provided. Participation by a layer 3 router is not required. The spanning tree created by common layer 2 networking protocols is exploited for multicast signaling and traffic handling.
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