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Bandwidth estimation: metrics, measurement techniques, and tools

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R. Prasad,

C. Dovrolis,

M. Murray,

K. ClaffyAuthors Info & Claims

IEEE Network: The Magazine of Global Internetworking, Volume 17, Issue 6

Pages 27 - 35

https://doi.org/10.1109/MNET.2003.1248658

Published: 01 November 2003 Publication History

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In a packet network, the terms bandwidth and throughput often characterize the amount of data that the network can transfer per unit of time. Bandwidth estimation is of interest to users wishing to optimize end-to-end transport performance, overlay network routing, and peer-to-peer file distribution. Techniques for accurate bandwidth estimation are also important for traffic engineering and capacity planning support. Existing bandwidth estimation tools measure one or more of three related metrics: capacity, available bandwidth, and bulk transfer capacity. Currently available bandwidth estimation tools employ a variety of strategies to measure these metrics. In this survey we review the recent bandwidth estimation literature focusing on underlying techniques and methodologies as well as open source bandwidth measurement tools.

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IEEE Network: The Magazine of Global Internetworking Volume 17, Issue 6

November 2003

49 pages

ISSN:0890-8044

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