Multiplex communications – Data flow congestion prevention or control – Flow control of data transmission through a network
Reexamination Certificate
2005-10-20
2010-12-14
Ngo, Ricky (Department: 2464)
Multiplex communications
Data flow congestion prevention or control
Flow control of data transmission through a network
C370S351000, C709S238000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07852772
ABSTRACT:
A method of implementing a backup path in an autonomous system (AS) for failure of an inter-AS link is described. The method comprises forwarding data elements destined for the failed link via a backup path and including a loop prevention attribute in the packet.
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Bryant Stewart
Filsfils Clarence
Scudder John Galen
Shand Ian Michael Charles
Ward David D.
Cesari and McKenna LLP
Cisco Technology Inc.
Mui Gary
Ngo Ricky
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