An efficient process for estimation of network demand for QoS-aware IP network planning

Alan Davy, Dmitri Botvich, Brendan Jennings

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Abstract

Estimations of network demand are an essential input to the IP network planning process. We present a technique for per traffic class IP network demand estimation based on harnessing information gathered for accounting and charging purposes. This technique represents an efficient use of pre-existing information, is easy to deploy, and, crucially, is highly cost-effective in comparison to traditional direct measurement systems employing dedicated traffic metering hardware. In order to facilitate QoS-aware network planning we also introduce a technique for estimation of QoS related effective bandwidth coefficients via analysis of a relatively small number of packet traces. The combination of the demand and effective bandwidth coefficient estimation techniques provide the basis for an effective, low-cost network planning solution. In this paper we present initial results that validate our contention that network accounting records can be reused to create a QoS aware demand matrix for IP networks.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAutonomic Principles of IP Operations and Management - 6th IEEE International Workshop on IP Operations and Management, IPOM 2006, Proceedings
PublisherSpringer Verlag
Pages120-131
Number of pages12
ISBN (Print)3540477012, 9783540477013
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2006
Externally publishedYes
Event6th IEEE International Workshop on IP Operations and Management, IPOM 2006 - Dublin, Ireland
Duration: 23 Oct 200625 Oct 2006

Publication series

NameLecture Notes in Computer Science (including subseries Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence and Lecture Notes in Bioinformatics)
Volume4268 LNCS
ISSN (Print)0302-9743
ISSN (Electronic)1611-3349

Conference

Conference6th IEEE International Workshop on IP Operations and Management, IPOM 2006
Country/TerritoryIreland
CityDublin
Period23/10/0625/10/06

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