General Network Element Constraint Encoding for GMPLS-Controlled Networks
RFC 7579, “General Network Element Constraint Encoding for GMPLS-Controlled Networks”, is a Proposed Standard document published in June 2015 by G. Bernstein, Y. Lee, D. Li, W. Imajuku, J. Han. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
Generalized Multiprotocol Label Switching (GMPLS) can be used to control a wide variety of technologies. In some of these technologies, network elements and links may impose additional routing constraints such as asymmetric switch connectivity, non-local label assignment, and label range limitations on links.
This document provides efficient, protocol-agnostic encodings for general information elements representing connectivity and label constraints as well as label availability. It is intended that protocol-specific documents will reference this memo to describe how information is carried for specific uses.
What “Proposed Standard” means
An entry-level standards-track specification: stable, peer-reviewed and a solid basis for implementation, though it may still evolve before becoming an Internet Standard.
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