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Explore how to deploy a high-speed production network using Faucet, an open-source SDN controller, in this 44-minute conference talk from linux.conf.au. Discover the benefits of moving network control functions to vendor-independent server-based software, enabling easier management, testing, and extension using modern systems management practices. Learn about the implementation of a large 100G network for an HPC conference, showcasing how Faucet simplifies network configuration and avoids vendor lock-in. Gain insights into network design, OpenFlow protocol usage, and the control of devices from multiple vendors. Dive into topics such as traditional network protocols, Software-Defined Networking basics, Faucet's functionality and configuration, and real-life application in the SCinet 2018 network. Understand the planning, development, and deployment stages of a Faucet-controlled network, including hardware selection, P4 integration, and automation techniques. Conclude with lessons learned and potential applications of Faucet in various network environments.
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Using an Open Source SDN Controller to Deploy a High-Speed Production Network
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