18164415. IPV6 Packet Sending Method, Device, and System simplified abstract (Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.)
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IPV6 Packet Sending Method, Device, and System
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IPV6 Packet Sending Method, Device, and System - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18164415 titled 'IPV6 Packet Sending Method, Device, and System
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a method, device, and system for sending IPv6 packets. Here is a simplified explanation of the abstract:
- The method involves a network device receiving an IPv6 packet that consists of a packet header and an inner packet.
- The packet header contains a field called "hop limit" which indicates the maximum number of hops the packet can traverse.
- The network device checks if the value of the hop limit field is equal to or less than a preset threshold.
- It also checks if the inner packet is a multicast packet.
- If both conditions are met (hop limit value is less than or equal to the threshold and the inner packet is a multicast packet), the network device avoids forwarding the IPv6 packet.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Network infrastructure: This method can be used in routers and switches to efficiently handle IPv6 packets with multicast traffic and manage hop limits.
- Internet Service Providers (ISPs): ISPs can implement this method to optimize the routing of IPv6 packets and improve network performance.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Efficient packet forwarding: By avoiding the forwarding of IPv6 packets with low hop limits and multicast traffic, network resources can be better utilized, reducing congestion and improving overall network performance.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved network efficiency: By selectively forwarding IPv6 packets based on hop limit and multicast criteria, network congestion can be minimized, leading to faster and more reliable data transmission.
- Enhanced network management: The method allows for better control and management of IPv6 packets, ensuring optimal utilization of network resources and improved quality of service.
Original Abstract Submitted
An IPv6 packet sending method, a device, and a system is provided. The method includes a first network device receives a first IPv6 packet, where the first IPv6 packet includes a packet header and an inner packet, and the packet header includes a hop limit field. The network device further determines whether a value of the hop limit field is less than or equal to a preset threshold, determines whether the inner packet is a multicast packet, and avoids forwarding the first IPv6 packet when the value of the hop limit field is less than or equal to the preset threshold and the inner packet is the multicast packet.
