Analyzing Problems in Naming, Addressing, and Routing in Network Configurations
This analysis identifies critical problems related to naming, addressing, routing, domain selection, and policy configuration in network systems. It highlights challenges in implementing node-scoped versus domain-scoped configuration objects, discussing the implications of these choices. The paper suggests that while most current implementations lean toward node-scoped solutions, this approach often generates complications. A domain-scoped framework is put forward as a more ideal solution, despite potential practical limitations. Strategies for addressing these issues and advancing the field are also explored.
Analyzing Problems in Naming, Addressing, and Routing in Network Configurations
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MIF Current Practice Analysis J. Laganier, G. Montenegro J. Korhonen, T. Savolainen Z.Cao
Problem Classification • Problems w.r.t. Naming and Addressing • Problems w.r.t. Routing • Problems w.r.t. Domain Selection • Problems w.r.t. Address Selection • Problems w.r.t. Configuration and Policy • Have incorporated into the PS draft
Central problem • Should Configuration Objects (DNS, Routing, Addressing, Address selection, Policy) be node-scoped or domain-scoped? • Most implementations are done in a node-scoped way, which is the source of those problems • Domain-scoped way is ideal, but may not be practical • Ways to workaround