Virtual LAN Registration Server Protocol Conversion
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Solution Overview
Problem
Establishing virtual local area networks between end point communications devices connected to different network connections that utilize various Internet protocols is time-consuming and effort-intensive.
Innovation Solution
A system and method that includes a registration server to determine the data protocols used by communications devices, establish network connections, and convert data formats between devices when protocols differ, allowing automatic communication and data exchange across different protocols like IPV4 and IPV6, with features such as dynamic network selection and error correction.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If manual configuration is used to establish virtual local area networks between devices on different networks, then network connections can be established, but the process requires significant time and effort
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables automatic network establishment where devices self-configure by detecting available networks, selecting optimal connections, and establishing peer-to-peer links without manual intervention. The device autonomously performs network discovery, protocol determination, and connection setup, eliminating the need for manual configuration while maintaining reliable network establishment.
2Adaptability or versatility
If devices on different networks with different Internet protocols connect directly, then network diversity is supported, but data exchange becomes complex due to protocol conversion requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The system introduces an intermediary communication mechanism where devices exchange data through a standardized format that automatically adapts to different Internet protocols. The peer-to-peer connection framework handles protocol translation transparently, allowing devices on different networks (IPv4, IPv6, wireless, wired) to communicate without direct manual protocol conversion, thus reducing complexity while maintaining broad protocol compatibility.
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AI summary
Systems and methods for establishing a virtual local area network are provided herein. According to some embodiments, methods for establishing a virtual local area network include determining at least a first data protocol utilized by a first communications device via a registration server, the first communications device being communicatively coupled with at least a first network via the first data protocol version; determining at least a second data protocol utilized by a second communications device via the registration server, the second communications device being communicatively coupled with at least a second network via the second data protocol version; establishing a network connection between the first communications device and the second communications device; and converting data format of data exchanged between the first and second communications devices when the first data protocol differs from the second data protocol.