Method and packet-level device for traffic regulation in a data network
CA 2691641 C · Owner: Comcast Cable Communications, Llc · Inventors: Leddy, John G.; Compton, Charles L.; Woundy, Richard M.
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A method of traffic regulation in a packet communication network involves a token bucket associated with a subscriber. Packets arriving at the regulator are handled in accordance with the token bucket configuration. The method further involves measuring a demand placed on the packet communication network by the subscriber. The token bucket configuration for the subscriber is dynamically adjusted based on the demand. Another method of traffic regulation handles packets that arrive at the regulator in accordance with first and second token bucket configurations. The first token bucket regulates packet rate while the second token bucket regulates data rate. Another method of traffic regulation …
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- Filed October 14, 2004 and granted August 23, 2016. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended October 14, 2024.
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