An Architecture for Network Function Virtualization [PDF]
Today’s networks provide more than connectivity. Network functions such as firewalls, caches, WAN optimizers play a crucial role in improving security and performance capabilities.
Lan, Chang
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Reconfigurable Digital Satellite-Borne Base Station Design and Virtual Function Fast Migration Algorithm. [PDF]
Shi Y, Wang P, Zhu X, Zhu H.
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A New Approach to Network Function Virtualization [PDF]
Networks provide functionality beyond just packet routing and delivery. Network functions such as firewalls, caches, WAN optimizers, etc. are crucial for scaling networks and in supporting new applications.
Panda, Aurojit
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Network Virtualization: Paving the Way to Carrier Clouds
Network function virtualization (NFV) and multi-layer software-defined networking (SDN) will enable an automated control, management and orchestration of network resources across several network layers and areas.
Miladinovic, Igor, Aleksic, Slavisa
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Cross-Layer Security for 5G/6G Network Slices: An SDN, NFV, and AI-Based Hybrid Framework. [PDF]
Allaw Z, Zein O, Ahmad AM.
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Network Function Virtualization (NFV): architecture, benefits, and future directions
Network Function Virtualization (NFV) represents a modern approach in telecommunications that replaces dedicated hardware components with software- based solutions running on general-purpose servers. This paper explores the structure, benefits, challenges, and future prospects of NFV, highlighting its potential to build more adaptable, cost-effective ...
Omkar Padwal +2 more
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AI-enabled cybersecurity framework for future 5G wireless infrastructures. [PDF]
Alam A, Umer A, Ullah I, Alsayat A.
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A Comprehensive and Unified Survey on Blockchain-Enabled SDN Cybersecurity: Industry Use Cases, Threat Landscapes, Defense Architectures, and Open Challenges. [PDF]
Dudukcu D +4 more
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5G Network Slicing: Security Challenges, Attack Vectors, and Mitigation Approaches. [PDF]
Dias J, Pinto P, Santos R, Malta S.
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RL-PMO: A Reinforcement Learning-Based Optimization Algorithm for Parallel SFC Migration. [PDF]
Hu H, Liu Z, Wu F.
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