NETWORKING AS A SERVICE
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1. A method comprising:
- discovering local devices, network services, and an uplink carrier associated with a network;
configuring the network using a business wizard and a library of network configurations;
forming and maintaining the network as a secure network;
monitoring networking devices of the network using a hearbeat process;
auto-upgrading software implemented in the network.
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Abstract
Networking as a Service (NaaS) delivers network services using remote appliances controlled by a hosted, multi-tenant management system. The system may include a heartbeating process for communication between a web-based server and appliances, in which the appliances periodically contact the management system on the server. The heartbeating process allows the appliances to maintain a completely up-to-date configuration. Furthermore, heartbeating allows for comprehensive monitoring of appliances and for software distribution. The system may also include means for authenticating appliances, without the need for pre-installed PSKs or certificates.
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20 Claims
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1. A method comprising:
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discovering local devices, network services, and an uplink carrier associated with a network; configuring the network using a business wizard and a library of network configurations; forming and maintaining the network as a secure network; monitoring networking devices of the network using a hearbeat process; auto-upgrading software implemented in the network. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17)
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18. A system comprising:
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a means for discovering local devices, network services, and an uplink carrier associated with a network; a means for configuring the network using a business wizard and a library of network configurations; a means for forming and maintaining the network as a secure network; a means for monitoring networking devices of the network using a hearbeat process; a means for auto-upgrading software implemented in the network. - View Dependent Claims (19, 20)
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