Quick Network Path Discovery

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United States of America Patent

APP PUB NO 20130042020A1
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13568988

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Embodiments for quick network path discovery are provided. Embodiments may be used by a user (e.g., network administrator) in troubleshooting a performance/communication problem in the network. M an embodiment, path information, including Layer-3 and/or Layer-2 path information, can be requested between any pair of devices in the network and presented to the user. In an embodiment, path information is provided to the user in an iterative (or gradual) manner as soon as resolved. This allows the user quick access to path information, which both reduces troubleshooting time and enhances the user experience. In addition, in an embodiment, the path information may be provided without any live interaction with any device in the network.

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RIVERBED TECHNOLOGY INC199 FREMONT STREET SAN FRANCISCO CA 94105

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SHAW, James Mark Cary, US 18 220
STIFFLER, Jerrold Cary, US 3 47
UPPALLI, Raghavendra Cary, US 7 89

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