20240031268. FLOW TRACING FOR HETEROGENEOUS NETWORKS simplified abstract (VMware, Inc.)
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FLOW TRACING FOR HETEROGENEOUS NETWORKS
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Inventor(s)
Jianjun Shen of Redwood City CA (US)
Zhengsheng Zhou of Beijing (CN)
FLOW TRACING FOR HETEROGENEOUS NETWORKS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240031268 titled 'FLOW TRACING FOR HETEROGENEOUS NETWORKS
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a method for performing data traffic monitoring in a system with heterogeneous networks. The method involves directing components in both the overlay first network layer and the underlay second network layer to perform trace operations on a packet passing through the network components. The collected trace data is then correlated using correlation data to generate a final trace report identifying the complete path of the packet through the network layers.
- The method involves performing trace operations on a packet passing through network components in both the overlay first network layer and the underlay second network layer.
- Collected trace data from the first and second sets of components is used to generate a final trace report.
- The final trace report identifies the complete path traversed by the packet through the overlay first network layer and underlay second network layer.
- Correlation data is used to correlate the trace data from the different network layers.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Network troubleshooting and optimization: The method allows for detailed tracing of packet paths through heterogeneous networks, which can help identify and resolve issues in network performance and configuration.
- Network security: By monitoring and tracing packet paths, potential security breaches or anomalies can be detected and investigated.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Lack of visibility in heterogeneous networks: The method provides a way to monitor and trace packet paths in networks with different layers, improving visibility and understanding of network behavior.
- Difficulty in correlating trace data: The method uses correlation data to correlate trace data from different network layers, simplifying the process of analyzing and understanding network traffic.
Benefits of this technology:
- Enhanced network monitoring and troubleshooting capabilities: The method allows for detailed tracing of packet paths, enabling faster identification and resolution of network issues.
- Improved network security: By monitoring and tracing packet paths, potential security threats can be detected and addressed promptly.
- Better understanding of network behavior: The method provides insights into how packets traverse different network layers, helping network administrators optimize network performance and configuration.
Original Abstract Submitted
some embodiments of the invention provide a method for performing data traffic monitoring for a system that includes a set of heterogeneous networks that includes at least an overlay first network layer that is built on top of an underlay second network layer. the method is performed at a federation controller for the system. the method directs (1) a first set of components in the overlay first network layer to perform a first trace operation to trace a packet exchanged between two machines and passing through network components defined in the overlay first network layer and underlay second network layer and (2) a second set of components in the underlay second network layer to perform a second trace operation to trace the packet. the method receives, from the first and second sets of components, first and second sets of trace data collected during the first and second trace operations. the collected trace data includes correlation data for correlating the first and second sets of data. the method uses the correlation data to correlate the first and second sets of trace data to generate a final trace report identifying a complete path traversed by the packet through the overlay first network layer and underlay second network layer.
