Method and apparatus for evaluating network operation costs

Details Method and apparatus for evaluating network operation costs Method and apparatus for evaluating network operation costs

2006-01-31

2010-02-16

Yao, Kwang B (Department: 2473)

Multiplex communications

Data flow congestion prevention or control

Flow control of data transmission through a network

Reexamination Certificate

active

07664039

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for calculating a cost index in a communication network are described. In one embodiment, a plurality of cost factors associated with a first network operation mode is obtained. A plurality of second cost factors associated with a second network operation mode is subsequently obtained. A first cost index is then determined based on the plurality of cost factors associated with the first network operation mode. Likewise, a second cost index is determined based on the plurality of cost factors associated with the second network operation mode. Afterwards, the first cost index is compared to the second cost index to determine whether a recommendation for an implementation of the second operation mode is warranted.

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