18272377. Method, Apparatus and Computer Program simplified abstract (Nokia Technologies Oy)
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Method, Apparatus and Computer Program
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Inventor(s)
llkka Antero Keskitalo of Oulu (FI)
Matti Einari Laitila of Oulu (FI)
JENS Gebert of Oberstenfeld (DE)
Method, Apparatus and Computer Program - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18272377 titled 'Method, Apparatus and Computer Program
The abstract describes an apparatus with circuitry that determines the reuse of an IP address at a relay node when switching communication paths, and signals the central unit of the donor node about the reuse.
- Circuitry in an apparatus at a relay node determines the reuse of an IP address when switching communication paths.
- The apparatus provides an indication to the central unit of the donor node about the IP address reuse.
- This innovation streamlines the process of reusing IP addresses in network communication.
- The apparatus enhances efficiency by automating the handling of IP address reuse during path changes.
- By signaling the central unit of the donor node, the apparatus ensures seamless communication continuity.
Potential Applications: - Telecommunications networks - Data centers - Internet service providers
Problems Solved: - Simplifies IP address management in network communication - Ensures smooth transition when switching communication paths
Benefits: - Improved efficiency in network operations - Seamless communication continuity during path changes - Enhanced automation in IP address reuse processes
Commercial Applications: Title: "Efficient IP Address Reuse Apparatus for Network Communication" This technology can be utilized in telecommunications networks, data centers, and internet service providers to optimize IP address management and ensure uninterrupted communication flow during path changes.
Questions about IP Address Reuse in Network Communication: 1. How does the apparatus determine when to reuse an IP address during path changes? - The circuitry in the apparatus analyzes the network configuration to decide when to reuse an IP address. 2. What benefits does signaling the central unit of the donor node about IP address reuse provide? - Signaling the central unit ensures seamless communication continuity and efficient IP address management.
Original Abstract Submitted
There is provided an apparatus, said apparatus including circuitry for, at a distributed unit of a relay node, determining that an internet protocol, IP, address of the distributed unit of the relay node used for communicating with a centralised unit of a donor node over a first communication path including a first donor distributed unit is to be reused after a change from the first communication path to a second communication path including a second donor distributed unit and providing an indication to the control plane of the centralised unit of the donor node that the IP address is to be reused.
