Management techniques for non-traditional network and information system topologies
US9537731B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 19, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jan 3, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 22, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L41/5074
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Systems, software, and methods for managing traditional (i.e., TCP/IP-based), non-traditional, and traditional-non-traditional hybrid networks of connected electronic devices are described. In one example, network management policy and network management applications are downloaded automatically upon detection and identification of a new device, application or service on a network. In another example, information related to at least one aspect of the network is obtained by a network management device through connection to a non-TCP/IP network, or by way of a gateway device or application, at least one applicable management policy is identified, and the identified policy is used to manage at least one aspect of the network's operation. In another example, devices, applications or services presenting various behaviors under various scenarios are evaluated and placed under management.
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