Kernel socket structure for concurrent multiple protocol access

Details Kernel socket structure for concurrent multiple protocol access Kernel socket structure for concurrent multiple protocol access

1993-01-29

1996-07-16

Olms, Douglas W.

Multiplex communications

Wide area network

Packet switching

39520002, G06F 1300

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055374174

ABSTRACT:
In a multiprotocol environment, a new socket structure which moves the decision on which protocol to use until the time that the connection is actually made between nodes in the network. The new socket structure is created for every endpoint. All the protocols which could potentially be used to send or receive data is sent a request to create a protocol control block at the time the new socket is created. A selection process determines which of the protocols could be used by the endpoint. The new socket then contains information on each selected protocol. At the time a connection is established, any of the selected protocols could be used. The choice of which protocol to use can be based on user preferences, which protocols are available, the name of the service unit.

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