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Edge adapter apparatus and method

  • US 20020009079A1
  • Filed: 05/15/2001
  • Published: 01/24/2002
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/23/2000
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method of processing a first data packet transmitted over a network from a source to a first recipient, said first data packet comprising a header layer and an application data layer, said method comprising:

  • (a) capturing said first data packet from said network prior to its reception by said first recipient;

    (b) analyzing said header layer of said first data packet according to a first rule;

    (c) examining, selectively, a dynamically specified portion of said application data layer of said first data packet according to a second rule;

    (d) determining a first action to be taken on said first data packet according to a third rule; and

    (e) performing said first action on said first data packet.

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