20240036898. OFFLOADING STATEFUL SERVICES FROM GUEST MACHINES TO HOST RESOURCES simplified abstract (VMWARE, INC.)
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OFFLOADING STATEFUL SERVICES FROM GUEST MACHINES TO HOST RESOURCES
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Guolin Yang of San Jose CA (US)
Ronak Doshi of San Jose CA (US)
Boon Seong Ang of Saratoga CA (US)
Wenyi Jiang of Fremont CA (US)
OFFLOADING STATEFUL SERVICES FROM GUEST MACHINES TO HOST RESOURCES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240036898 titled 'OFFLOADING STATEFUL SERVICES FROM GUEST MACHINES TO HOST RESOURCES
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a method for offloading data message processing services from a host computer to a virtual network interface card (vNIC) connected to the host computer. The method involves receiving configuration data and service rules associated with a specific data message flow, determining if a received data message belongs to the specified flow and matches any service rule, and performing the specified service on the data message.
- The method offloads data message processing services from a host computer to a vNIC.
- Configuration data and service rules are received for a specific data message flow.
- The method determines if a received data message belongs to the specified flow and matches any service rule.
- If a match is found, the method performs the specified service on the data message.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Network optimization: Offloading data message processing to a vNIC can improve network performance and reduce the load on the host computer.
- Scalability: By offloading processing services, the host computer can handle a larger volume of data messages without being overwhelmed.
- Virtualization: The use of a vNIC allows for efficient management and allocation of resources in virtualized environments.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Overloaded host computers: Offloading data message processing to a vNIC helps prevent host computers from becoming overwhelmed with processing tasks.
- Network congestion: By offloading processing services, the network can handle a higher volume of data messages without experiencing congestion.
- Resource allocation: The use of a vNIC allows for better resource allocation and management in virtualized environments.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved performance: Offloading processing services to a vNIC can improve overall network performance and reduce latency.
- Increased scalability: The ability to handle a larger volume of data messages allows for better scalability in network environments.
- Efficient resource utilization: By offloading processing tasks, resources on the host computer can be utilized more efficiently.
Original Abstract Submitted
some embodiments of the invention provide a method for offloading one or more data message processing services from a machine executing on a host computer. the method is performed at a virtual network interface card (vnic) that executes on the host computer and is connected to the machine. the method receives, through a communications channel between the machine and the vnic, (1) configuration data associated with processing data messages belonging to a particular data message flow associated with the machine, and (2) a set of service rules defined for the particular data message flow. the method determines that a first data message received at the vnic belongs to the particular data message flow and matches at least one service rule in the set of service rules. the method performs, on the first data message, a service specified by the at least one service rule.
