Network Bandwidth Throttling Based on Usage Quota
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Solution Overview
Problem
Network bandwidth congestion and inefficient data plan utilization due to unpredictable data usage leading to 'sticker shock' and premature reduction in data usage, resulting in wasted bandwidth and congestion.
Innovation Solution
A network system that throttles bandwidth based on past usage relative to a usage quota, gradually adjusting transmission speed to optimize data plan utilization without cutting off services or incurring additional charges.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If data service is cut off when users reach their quota, then network bandwidth is conserved, but users cut down their usage prematurely and network bandwidth is wasted at the end of the month
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic bandwidth adjustment where the network gradually throttles bandwidth based on cumulative usage patterns rather than applying a static hard cap. The system monitors usage over time and adjusts bandwidth dynamically, allowing users to utilize their full quota without premature cutoff while preventing waste through gradual reduction as the month progresses.
Solution Approach 2:
The system continuously monitors data usage patterns and provides feedback by adjusting bandwidth based on cumulative usage. This feedback mechanism allows the network to adapt to user behavior throughout the month, reducing bandwidth as usage approaches the quota limit without abruptly cutting off service, thus optimizing both bandwidth conservation and utilization.
2Productivity
If unlimited data plan is offered, then users can fully utilize bandwidth, but additional fees are incurred when usage exceeds quota
Solution Approach 1:
The system monitors usage in real-time and provides feedback to users about their remaining quota and projected charges. This feedback allows users to manage their data consumption awareness, reducing the shock of unexpected charges while still allowing full utilization of their plan without surprise penalties.
Solution Approach 2:
The network proactively notifies users before they exhaust their quota, allowing users to take preliminary actions to manage their data usage. This prevents the harmful effect of unexpected charges by giving users advance warning and the opportunity to adjust their behavior or purchase additional data before being charged.
3Productivity
If bandwidth is throttled gradually based on usage, then data plan utilization is optimized, but network complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic bandwidth adjustment where the network gradually throttles bandwidth based on cumulative usage patterns rather than applying a static hard cap. The system monitors usage over time and adjusts bandwidth dynamically, allowing users to utilize their full quota without premature cutoff while preventing waste through gradual reduction as the month progresses.
Solution Approach 2:
The bandwidth management system operates autonomously by automatically monitoring usage patterns and adjusting bandwidth without requiring manual intervention. The system self-regulates based on predefined policies and usage data, reducing the need for complex manual management while optimizing data plan utilization.
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AI summary
A system and method capable of scaling or gradually scaling bandwidth of a network flow over a period of time based on network usage are disclosed. In one embodiment, a process or network system obtains a network usage subscription after detecting a network flow. After retrieving a usage subscription and record in accordance with the network flow, the amount of data transferred since the beginning of a predefined time period is identified. Upon identifying the available data transfer quota, the process is able to gradually scale the bandwidth of the flow based on the available data transfer quota.