Method and apparatus for internetworking networks
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United States of America Patent
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Nov 11, 2010
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May 8, 2009
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May 8, 2009
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Abstract
Methods and apparatuses are disclosed for seamlessly combining an access ring aggregation network, e.g., a G.8032 network, and a core network, e.g., a Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS) network. A link status is monitored between an interworking node and at least one peer node in a first network at an interface between the first network and a second network. Connectivity is maintained between the interworking node and the other interworking node(s) via the second network. Communications between the first and second networks are supported via at least one of the interworking nodes. Ring communications are supported among the interworking node, the other interworking node(s), and the peer node(s). End-to-end integration of two disparate networks according to presently disclosed techniques provides network designers and customers with flexibility in designing, operating, and maintaining networks.
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International Classification(s)
- 2009 Application Filing Year
- G06F Class
- 34869 Applications Filed
- 24376 Patents Issued To-Date
- 69.91 % Issued To-Date
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Patent Citation Ranking
- 27 Citation Count
- G06F Class
- 53.22 % this patent is cited more than
- 15 Age