Network Device Characterization Exchange for Cross-Manufacturer Adaptation

The patent applies parameter changes by introducing characterization information that describes specific software and hardware parameters of network devices. This allows the network to understand and adapt to different device configurations through standardized parameter descriptions, enabling diverse devices to communicate effectively despite their differences in manufacturer, software version, and hardware specifications.

The patent uses characterization information as an intermediary that mediates between diverse network devices and the network system. This intermediary contains standardized parameter descriptions that enable the network to understand device capabilities without requiring direct compatibility between devices, thus resolving the adaptation problem while maintaining device diversity.

The patent extracts only the essential characterization information needed for network adaptation, such as software version, hardware model, and capability parameters. By selecting and transmitting only these critical parameters rather than complete device data, the solution achieves effective network adaptation while minimizing information transmission overhead and processing complexity.

The patent segments device information into structured characterization parameters that can be independently transmitted and processed. This segmentation allows the network to receive and utilize specific relevant information without being burdened by unnecessary data, reducing overall information overhead while maintaining adaptation capability.