Amazon technologies, inc. (20240243966). NETWORKING DEVICE THAT BRIDGES VIRTUAL AND PHYSICAL COMPUTER NETWORKS simplified abstract
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NETWORKING DEVICE THAT BRIDGES VIRTUAL AND PHYSICAL COMPUTER NETWORKS
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Daniel Todd Cohn of Seattle WA (US)
Eric Jason Brandwine of Haymarket VA (US)
Andrew J. Doane of Vienna VA (US)
NETWORKING DEVICE THAT BRIDGES VIRTUAL AND PHYSICAL COMPUTER NETWORKS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240243966 titled 'NETWORKING DEVICE THAT BRIDGES VIRTUAL AND PHYSICAL COMPUTER NETWORKS
The abstract describes techniques for providing logical networking functionality for managed computer networks, such as virtual computer networks. Users can specify a network topology for a virtual computer network, separating computing nodes into logical sub-networks and specifying logical networking devices. Logical networking functionality can be provided without physically implementing the network topology.
- Users can configure a network topology for virtual computer networks.
- Logical networking functionality can be provided based on the specified network topology.
- Virtual machine nodes hosted on physical computing machines can be included in the network.
- The techniques enable the creation of virtual computer networks with specified logical structures.
- The logical networking functionality can be implemented without physical changes to the network.
Potential Applications: - Cloud computing environments - Virtual private networks - Software-defined networking
Problems Solved: - Simplifying network configuration for virtual computer networks - Enhancing network security through logical separation of computing nodes
Benefits: - Improved network management - Enhanced network security - Flexibility in network configuration
Commercial Applications: Title: "Enhanced Virtual Networking Solutions for Modern Enterprises" This technology can be used in data centers, enterprise networks, and cloud service providers to optimize network performance and security.
Questions about Logical Networking Solutions: 1. How do these techniques improve network security in virtual computer networks? - These techniques enhance network security by logically separating computing nodes into sub-networks, reducing the attack surface for potential threats. 2. What are the advantages of using logical networking devices in virtual computer networks? - Logical networking devices provide flexibility and scalability in network configuration, allowing for efficient management of virtual networks.
Original Abstract Submitted
techniques are described for providing logical networking functionality for managed computer networks, such as for virtual computer networks provided on behalf of users or other entities. in some situations, a user may configure or otherwise specify a network topology for a virtual computer network, such as a logical network topology that separates multiple computing nodes of the virtual computer network into multiple logical sub-networks and/or that specifies one or more logical networking devices for the virtual computer network. after a network topology is specified for a virtual computer network, logical networking functionality corresponding to the network topology may be provided in various manners, such as without physically implementing the network topology for the virtual computer network. in some situations, the computing nodes may include virtual machine nodes hosted on one or more physical computing machines or systems, such as by or on behalf of one or more users.
