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Cloud Native Technology Community
Cloud Native Technology Community
Sep 15, 2022 · Cloud Native

China Unicom Upgrades Its Cloud‑Native Network Architecture to an OVN + OVS + Smart‑NIC Based SDN Platform

China Unicom’s cloud‑native platform underwent a five‑month, multi‑data‑center upgrade that replaced its legacy virtual network with an OVN‑OVS‑smart‑NIC SDN control plane, delivering advanced scalability, high performance, and zero‑fault online migration for over 1,300 business applications.

China UnicomNetwork ArchitectureOVN
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China Unicom Upgrades Its Cloud‑Native Network Architecture to an OVN + OVS + Smart‑NIC Based SDN Platform
Open Source Linux
Open Source Linux
Aug 31, 2022 · Fundamentals

What Is EVPN and Why It’s Revolutionizing Layer‑2 Networking

This article explains the fundamentals of Ethernet Virtual Private Network (EVPN), covering its basic concepts, topology options, control‑plane mechanisms, forwarding processes for unicast and multicast traffic, and the key advantages such as load balancing, reduced mesh overhead, faster convergence, and minimized ARP flooding.

BGPEVPNLayer 2 VPN
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What Is EVPN and Why It’s Revolutionizing Layer‑2 Networking
Architects' Tech Alliance
Architects' Tech Alliance
Jul 12, 2022 · Operations

Data Center Interconnect (DCI): Concepts, Drivers, and VXLAN‑Based Solutions

The article explains what a data center is, why interconnecting multiple data centers has become essential for scale, cross‑region access, disaster recovery, and cloud‑native virtualization, and compares two VXLAN‑based DCI architectures—end‑to‑end VXLAN and segment VXLAN—along with the key underlying technologies.

Cloud ComputingDCIData Center
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Data Center Interconnect (DCI): Concepts, Drivers, and VXLAN‑Based Solutions
Wukong Talks Architecture
Wukong Talks Architecture
Jun 25, 2022 · Big Data

Deep Dive into Kafka Broker Network Architecture and Request Processing Flow

This article thoroughly analyzes Kafka broker's high‑throughput network architecture, tracing its evolution from simple sequential handling to a multi‑selector Reactor model, detailing Acceptor and Processor thread implementations, request‑handling pipelines, and practical tuning parameters for optimal performance.

Network ArchitectureReactor patternjava-nio
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Deep Dive into Kafka Broker Network Architecture and Request Processing Flow
Su San Talks Tech
Su San Talks Tech
Jun 25, 2022 · Backend Development

How Kafka Broker Handles High‑Throughput Requests: Deep Dive into Its Network Architecture

This article thoroughly examines Kafka Broker's network architecture and request‑handling pipeline, exploring sequential, multi‑threaded, and Reactor‑based designs, detailing Acceptor and Processor threads, NIO mechanisms, and offering practical tuning tips to achieve high concurrency and performance.

KafkaNetwork ArchitectureReactor pattern
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How Kafka Broker Handles High‑Throughput Requests: Deep Dive into Its Network Architecture
Huawei Cloud Developer Alliance
Huawei Cloud Developer Alliance
May 26, 2022 · Cloud Computing

How Huawei SparkRTC Delivers Global Low‑Latency Audio/Video: Network Architecture Secrets

In a May 16 live session, Huawei Cloud’s chief architect MuNa explained the goals of media networking, detailed the SparkRTC global network architecture—including overlay/underlay layers and low‑latency techniques—and revealed nine key strategies such as end‑to‑end transmission, AI‑driven routing, multi‑path access, and edge acceleration, while also reminding developers to register for the ongoing competition.

Cloud ComputingNetwork ArchitectureReal‑time communication
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How Huawei SparkRTC Delivers Global Low‑Latency Audio/Video: Network Architecture Secrets
IT Architects Alliance
IT Architects Alliance
May 23, 2022 · Industry Insights

Why RDMA Is Replacing TCP/IP for AI and High‑Performance Storage

The article analyzes how the AI boom and high‑performance SSD storage demand sub‑microsecond latency, exposing TCP/IP’s inherent context‑switch and CPU overhead, and explains why RDMA’s kernel‑bypass, zero‑copy design and 1 µs latency make it the preferred network stack for modern data‑center workloads despite challenges in Ethernet deployment.

AI computingData Center NetworkNetwork Architecture
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Why RDMA Is Replacing TCP/IP for AI and High‑Performance Storage
IT Services Circle
IT Services Circle
Apr 21, 2022 · Fundamentals

A Comprehensive Overview of Computer Network Evolution, Architecture, and Protocols

This article traces the history from isolated computers to modern networked systems, explains LAN, MAN, and WAN classifications, details the birth of ARPANET and TCP/IP, compares OSI and TCP/IP models, and discusses core concepts such as switching, delays, throughput, multicast, and physical media.

Computer NetworksData TransmissionNetwork Architecture
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A Comprehensive Overview of Computer Network Evolution, Architecture, and Protocols
Architects' Tech Alliance
Architects' Tech Alliance
Mar 13, 2022 · Industry Insights

Why RDMA Is Replacing TCP/IP in AI-Driven Data Centers

The article analyzes how the AI era’s demand for ultra‑low latency and high throughput exposes fundamental limits of the traditional TCP/IP stack, and explains why RDMA’s kernel‑bypass, zero‑copy design, and emerging congestion‑control algorithms are becoming the preferred network fabric for modern data‑center workloads.

AI FabricData CenterDistributed Computing
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Why RDMA Is Replacing TCP/IP in AI-Driven Data Centers
DeWu Technology
DeWu Technology
Feb 9, 2022 · Cloud Computing

Comprehensive IPv6 Migration Case Study of the Dewu App

By detailing Dewu App’s end‑to‑end IPv6 overhaul—including dual‑stack client integration, server‑side gateway adjustments, CDN and live‑streaming reconfiguration, gray‑scale rollout, and real‑time monitoring—the case study shows how the app reached a 94.6% IPv6 density, topping China’s 2021 app survey.

App MigrationIPv6Network Architecture
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Comprehensive IPv6 Migration Case Study of the Dewu App
IT Architects Alliance
IT Architects Alliance
Jan 5, 2022 · Fundamentals

Future Network Vision: Three Major Goals, Key Technical Demands, and Design Principles

The article outlines the three major visions for future networks—Universal Connectivity, Compute‑Network Convergence, and Precise Networking—detailing their technical requirements, security and mobility challenges, and the design principles and architectural models needed to achieve them by 2030.

AINetwork Architecturecompute convergence
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Future Network Vision: Three Major Goals, Key Technical Demands, and Design Principles
Code DAO
Code DAO
Dec 31, 2021 · Artificial Intelligence

Why RegNet Is the Most Flexible Architecture for Computer Vision

RegNet introduces a scalable design space defined by quantized linear functions, enabling flexible trade‑offs between accuracy, efficiency, and mobile deployment, and demonstrates superior performance compared with ResNet, EfficientNet, and other mobile‑optimized networks.

Design SpaceNetwork ArchitectureRegNet
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Why RegNet Is the Most Flexible Architecture for Computer Vision
Cyber Elephant Tech Team
Cyber Elephant Tech Team
Dec 29, 2021 · Operations

Understanding Load Balancing: Types, LVS Modes, and Scheduling Algorithms

This article explains what load balancing is, why it’s needed, outlines its classifications—including DNS, hardware, and software methods—introduces Linux Virtual Server (LVS) and its four operating modes, and reviews common static and dynamic scheduling algorithms used to distribute traffic efficiently.

LVSNetwork ArchitectureScheduling Algorithms
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Understanding Load Balancing: Types, LVS Modes, and Scheduling Algorithms
Top Architect
Top Architect
Dec 22, 2021 · Operations

Load Balancing: Principles, Types, and Algorithms

This article explains the fundamentals of load balancing, covering its purpose, vertical and horizontal scaling, various classifications such as DNS, IP, link‑layer and hybrid methods, common algorithms like round‑robin and weighted, as well as hardware solutions, providing a comprehensive guide for building scalable, high‑availability systems.

AlgorithmsHigh AvailabilityLoad Balancing
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Load Balancing: Principles, Types, and Algorithms
JavaEdge
JavaEdge
Dec 20, 2021 · Big Data

How Kafka Broker Handles High‑Throughput Requests: Deep Dive into Its Network Architecture

This article provides a comprehensive analysis of Kafka Broker's network and request‑handling architecture, tracing its evolution from a simple sequential model through multithreaded and event‑driven designs to a Reactor‑based NIO implementation, and offers concrete tuning recommendations for high‑concurrency deployments.

Network ArchitectureReactor patternhigh-concurrency
0 likes · 22 min read
How Kafka Broker Handles High‑Throughput Requests: Deep Dive into Its Network Architecture
MaGe Linux Operations
MaGe Linux Operations
Dec 8, 2021 · Operations

Mastering Load Balancing: LVS, Nginx, and HAProxy Explained

This article provides a comprehensive overview of load balancing technologies—including LVS, Nginx, and HAProxy—detailing their architectures, operating modes, advantages, and drawbacks, and explains how to choose and configure them for high‑performance, scalable backend systems.

HAProxyLVSNetwork Architecture
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Mastering Load Balancing: LVS, Nginx, and HAProxy Explained
Open Source Linux
Open Source Linux
Nov 28, 2021 · Fundamentals

How Precise Connection Technology Shapes the Future Network Architecture

The article examines the core requirements of future networks—enhanced deterministic capabilities, end‑to‑end extensibility, and a streamlined control plane—introducing precise connection, computing‑network integration, and inherent security as key technologies to meet diverse QoS demands.

Network Architecturecomputing networkfuture network
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How Precise Connection Technology Shapes the Future Network Architecture
IT Architects Alliance
IT Architects Alliance
Nov 5, 2021 · Operations

Introduction to Linux Virtual Server (LVS): Architecture and Features

This article provides a comprehensive overview of Linux Virtual Server (LVS), covering its basic concepts, three‑tier architecture, load‑balancing techniques, scheduling algorithms, high availability, reliability, and suitable deployment environments for building high‑performance, scalable server clusters.

High AvailabilityLVSLoad Balancing
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Introduction to Linux Virtual Server (LVS): Architecture and Features
Open Source Linux
Open Source Linux
Sep 25, 2021 · Operations

Why Software-Defined Networking Is Revolutionizing Network Management

This article explains how Software-Defined Networking (SDN) decouples control and forwarding planes, overcomes the limitations of traditional networks, outlines its layered architecture, compares classic and hardware‑centric SDN approaches, and discusses its advantages, relationship with NFV, future prospects, and key challenges.

NFVNetwork ArchitectureSDN
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Why Software-Defined Networking Is Revolutionizing Network Management
Architects' Tech Alliance
Architects' Tech Alliance
Sep 23, 2021 · Cloud Computing

Understanding Data Center Interconnect (DCI) and Its VXLAN/EVPN Solutions

The article explains what data centers are, why interconnecting multiple data centers is essential for modern cloud, AI, and big‑data workloads, and compares two practical DCI architectures—end‑to‑end VXLAN and Segment VXLAN—detailing their underlying VXLAN, EVPN, and underlay requirements.

Cloud ComputingEVPNNetwork Architecture
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Understanding Data Center Interconnect (DCI) and Its VXLAN/EVPN Solutions
IT Architects Alliance
IT Architects Alliance
Sep 13, 2021 · Industry Insights

Why Hyper‑Converged Data Center Networks Are the Future of AI‑Driven Infrastructure

The article analyzes how AI‑driven workloads, exploding storage and compute capabilities, and distributed architectures expose the limits of traditional three‑network data‑center designs, and explains why a lossless, hyper‑converged Ethernet network with zero‑loss, low‑latency, high‑throughput characteristics is becoming essential.

AICongestion ControlData Center
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Why Hyper‑Converged Data Center Networks Are the Future of AI‑Driven Infrastructure
Architects' Tech Alliance
Architects' Tech Alliance
Aug 27, 2021 · Industry Insights

Why DPU and IPU Are Redefining Data Center Architecture

The article provides a systematic analysis of why modern data centers must evolve, detailing the rise of DPU and IPU technologies, their technical stages, advantages over traditional NICs, current challenges such as power and cost, and their pivotal role in edge and cloud computing futures.

DPUData CenterEdge computing
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Why DPU and IPU Are Redefining Data Center Architecture
Architects' Tech Alliance
Architects' Tech Alliance
Aug 14, 2021 · Fundamentals

Evolution of Government External Networks to IPv6: Benefits, Challenges, and Deployment Insights (2021)

The article examines the transition of Chinese government external networks from IPv4 to IPv6, highlighting address scarcity, operational complexities, and security concerns of IPv4, while detailing IPv6's abundant addressing, extensibility, security advantages, industry readiness, and the emerging IPv6+ innovations that support modern digital government services.

IPv6IPv6+Network Architecture
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Evolution of Government External Networks to IPv6: Benefits, Challenges, and Deployment Insights (2021)
Architecture Digest
Architecture Digest
Aug 1, 2021 · Operations

An Introduction to Content Delivery Networks (CDN) and Global Server Load Balancing (GSLB)

This article explains the fundamentals of Content Delivery Networks (CDN), their architecture, key functions, and principles, and then details Global Server Load Balancing (GSLB) techniques—including DNS‑based, HTTP‑redirect, and IP‑spoofing methods—along with server‑selection strategies and their advantages and drawbacks.

CDNContent DeliveryGSLB
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An Introduction to Content Delivery Networks (CDN) and Global Server Load Balancing (GSLB)
Architects' Tech Alliance
Architects' Tech Alliance
Apr 28, 2021 · Industry Insights

Why InfiniBand Is Outpacing Ethernet in High‑Performance Computing

The article provides a comprehensive technical overview of InfiniBand, covering its history, standards, architecture layers, packet format, performance advantages, and a detailed comparison with Ethernet, highlighting why it has become the preferred high‑speed interconnect for HPC workloads.

Data TransferInfiniBandNetwork Architecture
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Why InfiniBand Is Outpacing Ethernet in High‑Performance Computing
Architects' Tech Alliance
Architects' Tech Alliance
Feb 1, 2021 · Operations

Segment Routing in UCloud Backbone Network: Architecture Evolution and Implementation

This article examines how UCloud’s rapidly expanding cloud services drove a series of backbone network upgrades, detailing the transition from the original MPLS‑based design to a Segment Routing (SR‑TE) architecture that delivers intelligent, reliable and programmable traffic engineering across global data‑center regions.

Cloud ComputingNetwork ArchitectureSR-TE
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Segment Routing in UCloud Backbone Network: Architecture Evolution and Implementation
UCloud Tech
UCloud Tech
Jan 27, 2021 · Cloud Computing

How Segment Routing Powers UCloud’s Next‑Gen Intelligent Backbone Network

This article examines the rapid evolution of UCloud's data‑center network, detailing the challenges of scaling MAN and backbone infrastructures, the transition from Backbone 1.0 to 2.0, and how Segment Routing and SR‑TE enable intelligent, reliable, and programmable cloud connectivity.

Cloud ComputingNetwork ArchitectureSR-TE
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How Segment Routing Powers UCloud’s Next‑Gen Intelligent Backbone Network
Tencent Cloud Developer
Tencent Cloud Developer
Nov 30, 2020 · Cloud Computing

Optimizing Hybrid Cloud Bandwidth Utilization with Tencent Cloud Connect Network: A Case Study of Enterprise A

Enterprise A consolidated its numerous VPC peering links and dedicated‑line gateways into a single Tencent Cloud Connect Network instance, enabling automatic route learning, ECMP load‑balancing across four 10 Gbps lines, boosting bandwidth utilization from about 50 % to 75 % while cutting operational complexity and enhancing cross‑region high availability.

Cloud ComputingCloud Connect NetworkNetwork Architecture
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Optimizing Hybrid Cloud Bandwidth Utilization with Tencent Cloud Connect Network: A Case Study of Enterprise A
Architects' Tech Alliance
Architects' Tech Alliance
Nov 28, 2020 · Fundamentals

Understanding MPLS: Principles, Architecture, and Implementation

This article provides a comprehensive overview of Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), covering its origins, definition, working principles, architectural components, label operations, LSP creation, and deployment methods, illustrating how MPLS enhances routing efficiency, VPN services, traffic engineering, and QoS in modern networks.

LSPLabel SwitchingMPLS
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Understanding MPLS: Principles, Architecture, and Implementation
Architects' Tech Alliance
Architects' Tech Alliance
Oct 20, 2020 · Operations

Designing Scalable Data Center Networks: Partitioning, VRF, and Future Trends

This article explains how to partition data‑center networks, apply security‑level (等级保护) controls with firewalls and VRF, compares common three‑layer and flat topologies, and outlines future directions such as elasticity, simplicity, and openness for next‑generation data‑center networking.

Cloud NetworkingData CenterNetwork Architecture
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Designing Scalable Data Center Networks: Partitioning, VRF, and Future Trends
Alibaba Cloud Developer
Alibaba Cloud Developer
Oct 14, 2020 · Cloud Computing

How 5G Powers the Next Wave of Edge Computing: Key Drivers and Integration

5G's low latency, high bandwidth, and massive connectivity drive mobile edge computing, while merging IT and communication domains demands architecture, deployment, and scheduling integration; the article explains how cloud‑edge‑center convergence and unified QoS management unlock enhanced services and new business scenarios.

5GCloud ComputingNetwork Architecture
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How 5G Powers the Next Wave of Edge Computing: Key Drivers and Integration
Efficient Ops
Efficient Ops
Jul 20, 2020 · Information Security

Mastering WAF Deployment: Strategies, Modes, and Load‑Balancing Design

This article examines the rise of web‑application firewalls, outlines common deployment challenges, compares several WAF operating modes—including bypass, layer‑2 transparent, and proxy architectures—and proposes load‑balancing strategies to achieve secure, high‑availability web services.

Load BalancingNetwork ArchitectureWAF
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Mastering WAF Deployment: Strategies, Modes, and Load‑Balancing Design
Xianyu Technology
Xianyu Technology
Jun 23, 2020 · Mobile Development

IPv6 Migration Architecture and Implementation for Xianyu Mobile App

Xianyu’s IPv6 migration, driven by China’s carrier upgrades, implements a dual‑stack architecture that uses NAT at the LVS layer to translate IPv6 to IPv4 while embedding the client’s IPv6 address in HTTP headers, enabling gradual gray‑release, comprehensive testing, and monitoring, resulting in about 55 % IPv6 daily active users.

AlibabaIPv6Migration
0 likes · 9 min read
IPv6 Migration Architecture and Implementation for Xianyu Mobile App
Architects' Tech Alliance
Architects' Tech Alliance
Jun 21, 2020 · Fundamentals

An Overview of InfiniBand Technology: Architecture, Packet Structure, and Comparison with Ethernet

This article provides a comprehensive overview of InfiniBand, covering its history, the InfiniBand Trade Association, architecture layers, packet format, switching mechanisms, performance advantages, and a detailed comparison with Ethernet for high‑performance computing environments.

Ethernet ComparisonInfiniBandNetwork Architecture
0 likes · 14 min read
An Overview of InfiniBand Technology: Architecture, Packet Structure, and Comparison with Ethernet
Tencent Cloud Developer
Tencent Cloud Developer
Jun 16, 2020 · Cloud Computing

Tencent Cloud Basic Network to VPC Migration Guide

This guide explains why Tencent Cloud’s Basic Network must be replaced by VPC for security isolation and details migration methods—including interconnection, CVM conversion, IP changes, image rebuilding, database VPC conversion, DTS, and load‑balancer adjustments—illustrated by a case study moving 600+ CVMs across 80 projects.

Basic NetworkCVMCloud Computing
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Tencent Cloud Basic Network to VPC Migration Guide
iQIYI Technical Product Team
iQIYI Technical Product Team
Nov 8, 2019 · Operations

High Availability Architecture for Membership Services

The membership service now employs a multi‑region, multi‑data‑center high‑availability architecture that integrates DNS‑based load balancing, automatic failover for MySQL, Redis, and RocketMQ, cross‑region network backup, unified monitoring, and an operations platform, ensuring seamless traffic switching and fault recovery without user impact.

Network Architecture
0 likes · 9 min read
High Availability Architecture for Membership Services
dbaplus Community
dbaplus Community
Oct 24, 2019 · Cloud Computing

How to Build Multi‑Cloud P2P Networks with Kubernetes and Flannel

This article examines the evolution of network architectures from traditional tree‑topology back‑ends to peer‑to‑peer designs, explores pure and hybrid P2P models, and provides practical guidance for deploying and managing multi‑cloud P2P networks using Kubernetes, Flannel, DNS and platform‑based automation.

Cloud ComputingKubernetesMulti-Cloud
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How to Build Multi‑Cloud P2P Networks with Kubernetes and Flannel
Alibaba Cloud Infrastructure
Alibaba Cloud Infrastructure
Oct 9, 2019 · Cloud Computing

The Next Decade of Cloud Networking: Highlights from Alibaba Cloud Network Forum at Yunqi Conference 2019

The 2019 Yunqi Conference Cloud Network Forum gathered over two hundred network enthusiasts to review a decade of Alibaba data‑center networking evolution, explore emerging technologies such as AI, big data, and programmable chips, and outline the next ten years of high‑performance, data‑centric cloud networking.

Big DataHigh-performance networkingNetwork Architecture
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The Next Decade of Cloud Networking: Highlights from Alibaba Cloud Network Forum at Yunqi Conference 2019
58 Tech
58 Tech
Jun 4, 2019 · Cloud Computing

Evolution of 58 Group's Container Cloud Platform: Architecture, Network, and Service Discovery

This article details the two‑year evolution of 58 Group’s container cloud platform, describing its background, overall architecture, network and service‑discovery advancements, operational challenges, and lessons learned from migrating over 90% of the company’s traffic to a Docker‑Kubernetes‑based cloud environment.

Cloud ComputingDockerNetwork Architecture
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Evolution of 58 Group's Container Cloud Platform: Architecture, Network, and Service Discovery
MaGe Linux Operations
MaGe Linux Operations
May 26, 2019 · Operations

Master Linux Virtual Server (LVS): Architecture, Modes & Algorithms

This article introduces Linux Virtual Server (LVS), explains its three‑tier architecture, details its main components and three load‑balancing methods (NAT, IP Tunneling, Direct Routing), compares their performance, and reviews the eight scheduling algorithms used for traffic distribution.

LVSLinuxLoad Balancing
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Master Linux Virtual Server (LVS): Architecture, Modes & Algorithms
NetEase Game Operations Platform
NetEase Game Operations Platform
May 17, 2019 · Cloud Computing

NetEase Games' AWS Cloud Operations and Practices for Global Game Deployment

This presentation details NetEase Games' journey of moving its mobile titles overseas onto AWS, covering the challenges of performance, elasticity, security and global connectivity, the systematic cloud evaluation framework they built, and the architectural and operational practices they adopted to achieve reliable, cost‑effective worldwide game services.

AWSCloud ComputingNetwork Architecture
0 likes · 24 min read
NetEase Games' AWS Cloud Operations and Practices for Global Game Deployment
Ctrip Technology
Ctrip Technology
May 7, 2019 · Cloud Computing

Evolution of Ctrip’s Cloud Network Architecture: From VLAN to SDN and Cloud‑Native Solutions

This article details Ctrip’s multi‑generation cloud networking solutions, tracing the progression from early VLAN‑based Layer‑2 designs through SDN‑enabled large‑scale networks to container‑centric and cloud‑native architectures, highlighting hardware topologies, software integrations, and operational lessons for large‑scale data‑center environments.

Cloud ComputingContainer NetworkingNetwork Architecture
0 likes · 36 min read
Evolution of Ctrip’s Cloud Network Architecture: From VLAN to SDN and Cloud‑Native Solutions
Java High-Performance Architecture
Java High-Performance Architecture
Apr 9, 2019 · Operations

Mastering Load Balancing: Types, Algorithms, and Best Practices

This article outlines the three main load‑balancing methods—DNS, hardware, and software—detailing their advantages and drawbacks, then explains common algorithms such as round‑robin, weighted round‑robin, least‑connections, performance‑based, and hash, and provides guidance on combining them for optimal architecture.

AlgorithmsInfrastructureLoad Balancing
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Mastering Load Balancing: Types, Algorithms, and Best Practices
MaGe Linux Operations
MaGe Linux Operations
Mar 28, 2019 · Operations

Mastering Load Balancing: Principles, Types, and Algorithms Explained

Load balancing distributes incoming traffic across multiple servers to improve performance, ensure high availability, and enable scalability, and this article explains its core principles, various classifications such as DNS, IP, layer‑2 and hybrid methods, and common algorithms like round‑robin, least connections, hash and weighted distribution.

DNSHigh AvailabilityLoad Balancing
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Mastering Load Balancing: Principles, Types, and Algorithms Explained
JD Tech
JD Tech
Mar 14, 2019 · Operations

Understanding Server Clustering and Load Balancing: LVS, Nginx, and HAProxy

This article explains server clustering and load‑balancing concepts, detailing the architecture and operation of LVS, Nginx, and HAProxy, and compares their advantages, disadvantages, and typical deployment scenarios; it also discusses NAT and DR modes, load‑balancer placement, and best‑practice recommendations for different traffic volumes.

HAProxyLVSNetwork Architecture
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Understanding Server Clustering and Load Balancing: LVS, Nginx, and HAProxy
Architects' Tech Alliance
Architects' Tech Alliance
Feb 14, 2019 · Fundamentals

Understanding RDMA (Remote Direct Memory Access): Background, Related Work, and Technical Details

This article provides a comprehensive overview of Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA), covering its background, limitations of traditional TCP/IP, related technologies such as TOE, U-Net, VIA, and detailed explanations of RDMA concepts, hardware implementations, verbs, and communication workflows.

Network ArchitectureRDMARemote Direct Memory Access
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Understanding RDMA (Remote Direct Memory Access): Background, Related Work, and Technical Details
Architects' Tech Alliance
Architects' Tech Alliance
Oct 31, 2018 · Fundamentals

Understanding InfiniBand: Architecture, Protocols, and Performance

InfiniBand is a high‑performance network protocol that uses credit‑based flow control and switched fabric architecture to provide low latency, high bandwidth, and reliable data transfer, offering advantages over TCP/IP such as reduced packet loss, efficient RDMA, and support for various upper‑layer protocols.

InfiniBandNetwork ArchitectureRDMA
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Understanding InfiniBand: Architecture, Protocols, and Performance
Architects' Tech Alliance
Architects' Tech Alliance
Oct 28, 2018 · Fundamentals

Understanding OpenFabrics Enterprise Distribution (OFED) and InfiniBand Software Architecture

This article provides a comprehensive overview of OpenFabrics Enterprise Distribution (OFED), its history, component stack, and the layered InfiniBand software architecture, explaining how various protocols such as IPoIB, SDP, and iSER enable high‑performance, low‑latency networking for Linux and Windows applications.

High-Performance ComputingInfiniBandLinux
0 likes · 8 min read
Understanding OpenFabrics Enterprise Distribution (OFED) and InfiniBand Software Architecture
Java Backend Technology
Java Backend Technology
Sep 15, 2018 · Operations

Mastering Load Balancing: Strategies, Algorithms, and When to Use Them

This article explains the fundamentals of load balancing, compares DNS‑based, hardware, and software solutions, and details common balancing algorithms such as round‑robin, load‑aware, response‑time, and hash strategies, helping architects choose the right approach for high‑performance systems.

Load BalancingNetwork Architecturebalancing algorithms
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Mastering Load Balancing: Strategies, Algorithms, and When to Use Them
Qunar Tech Salon
Qunar Tech Salon
Jun 22, 2018 · Operations

Evolution of Data Center Network Architecture at Qunar: From Traditional STP to Leaf‑Spine and VXLAN

The article outlines Qunar's data‑center network evolution, describing the limitations of traditional STP‑based designs, the adoption of vPC for active‑active redundancy, the transition to leaf‑spine topology for scalability, and the implementation of VXLAN to support large‑scale multi‑tenant cloud environments.

Data CenterLeaf-SpineNetwork Architecture
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Evolution of Data Center Network Architecture at Qunar: From Traditional STP to Leaf‑Spine and VXLAN
Efficient Ops
Efficient Ops
Apr 4, 2018 · Fundamentals

What Is SDN? Unraveling the Network Revolution Through a Brick‑Moving Tale

This article uses a vivid village allegory to illustrate how Software Defined Networking (SDN) separates control and forwarding, centralizes management, and improves efficiency, while also explaining SDN's core concepts, benefits, and its emerging role in future network architectures.

Control PlaneData PlaneNetwork Architecture
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What Is SDN? Unraveling the Network Revolution Through a Brick‑Moving Tale
21CTO
21CTO
Mar 19, 2018 · Operations

How Tencent Scaled Its Network from 2004‑2013: Key Lessons in Data‑Center Evolution

This article chronicles Tencent's network journey from its modest 2004 infrastructure through rapid expansion, critical incidents, and architectural breakthroughs like SET zones, SDN, and MPLS VPN, illustrating how the company transformed its data‑center operations to support massive user growth.

Data CenterInfrastructureNetwork Architecture
0 likes · 11 min read
How Tencent Scaled Its Network from 2004‑2013: Key Lessons in Data‑Center Evolution
Architecture Digest
Architecture Digest
Mar 18, 2018 · Operations

The Evolution of Tencent’s Network Infrastructure from 2004 to the Present

This article chronicles Tencent’s network infrastructure development over the past two decades, detailing early IDC setups, major outages, rapid expansion during the gaming boom, the introduction of SET architecture, large‑scale data centers, SDN and DCI implementations, and ongoing challenges as the company embraces mobile and cloud services.

Data CenterNetwork ArchitectureSDN
0 likes · 16 min read
The Evolution of Tencent’s Network Infrastructure from 2004 to the Present
Architects' Tech Alliance
Architects' Tech Alliance
Nov 17, 2017 · Industry Insights

Why SDN Became the Hottest Trend: From OpenFlow to Overlay Networks Explained

This article analyzes the shortcomings of traditional TCP/IP networking, explains the principles of Software‑Defined Networking and OpenFlow, examines flow‑table evolution, and explores overlay technologies like VXLAN, while discussing the ongoing industry debate between revolutionary and incremental approaches.

Network ArchitectureOpenFlowOverlay
0 likes · 21 min read
Why SDN Became the Hottest Trend: From OpenFlow to Overlay Networks Explained
JD Retail Technology
JD Retail Technology
Nov 14, 2017 · Operations

Design and Implementation of JD.com's Multi‑Active Distributed Architecture

This article details JD.com's multi-active distributed architecture, covering its evolution from single‑data‑center to multi‑region deployments, network design, leaf‑spine topology, data consistency mechanisms, application scheduling, monitoring, and disaster recovery strategies that enhance high availability and user experience.

Cloud InfrastructureData ConsistencyMulti-Active
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Design and Implementation of JD.com's Multi‑Active Distributed Architecture
Architects' Tech Alliance
Architects' Tech Alliance
Oct 15, 2017 · Fundamentals

Understanding Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE): Architecture, Protocols, and Deployment Considerations

FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet) encapsulates Fibre Channel frames within enhanced Ethernet, enabling storage networking over a unified physical medium while preserving FC’s upper‑layer features, and the article details its protocol stack, differences from FC, VLAN discovery, virtual link establishment, and required Ethernet enhancements.

EthernetFC ProtocolFCoE
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Understanding Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE): Architecture, Protocols, and Deployment Considerations
Architects' Tech Alliance
Architects' Tech Alliance
Jun 23, 2017 · Fundamentals

Analysis of Intel Omni-Path vs. InfiniBand: Architecture, Products, and Performance

The article provides a detailed analysis of Intel’s Omni-Path and InfiniBand technologies, covering their histories, architectural differences, product lineups, performance benchmarks, and market positioning within high‑performance computing; it also examines the role of the InfiniBand Trade Association, the impact of acquisitions by Intel and Mellanox, and the future prospects of both interconnect solutions.

High-Performance ComputingInfiniBandIntel
0 likes · 9 min read
Analysis of Intel Omni-Path vs. InfiniBand: Architecture, Products, and Performance
Huawei Cloud Developer Alliance
Huawei Cloud Developer Alliance
Apr 10, 2017 · Cloud Computing

Why SDN Is the Key to Elastic Hybrid Cloud Networks

The article explains how hybrid cloud adoption demands on‑demand, elastic networking and argues that Software‑Defined Networking (SDN) provides the scalability, multi‑vendor interoperability, reliability and intelligence needed to seamlessly connect private and public clouds.

Cloud ComputingElastic NetworkingNetwork Architecture
0 likes · 14 min read
Why SDN Is the Key to Elastic Hybrid Cloud Networks
Efficient Ops
Efficient Ops
Mar 13, 2017 · Operations

How Vancl Built a Billion‑Yuan IT Infrastructure: Lessons for Operations Teams

An in‑depth look at Vancl’s massive IT infrastructure—covering network layers, DNS/DHCP design, Windows file services, email systems, instant messaging, AD account management, SCCM automation, and virtualization—offering practical insights for building reliable, scalable operations in large enterprises.

IT OperationsInfrastructure DesignNetwork Architecture
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How Vancl Built a Billion‑Yuan IT Infrastructure: Lessons for Operations Teams
Architects' Tech Alliance
Architects' Tech Alliance
Jul 21, 2016 · Operations

Analysis of Backup Software Network Architectures: LAN Base, LAN Free, Server Free, NDMP, and Server‑Less

The article provides a comprehensive overview of various backup software networking models—including LAN Base, LAN Free, Server Free, NDMP, and the emerging Server‑Less approach—detailing their deployment options, performance impacts, and suitability for different data volumes and infrastructure requirements.

BackupIT OperationsNetwork Architecture
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Analysis of Backup Software Network Architectures: LAN Base, LAN Free, Server Free, NDMP, and Server‑Less
ITFLY8 Architecture Home
ITFLY8 Architecture Home
Jun 9, 2016 · Operations

Mastering Load Balancing: Principles, Types, and Practical Tips

This article explains how load balancing solves high‑traffic, high‑concurrency challenges by distributing requests across multiple servers, covering its core principles, vertical and horizontal scaling, various classification methods such as DNS, IP, link‑layer, and hybrid approaches, along with their advantages, drawbacks, and deployment recommendations.

High AvailabilityNetwork Architecturedistributed systems
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Mastering Load Balancing: Principles, Types, and Practical Tips
Huawei Cloud Developer Alliance
Huawei Cloud Developer Alliance
Mar 17, 2016 · Fundamentals

Is SDN the Android of Networks? Discover How It Revolutionizes Networking

This article explains Software Defined Networking (SDN) as a software‑driven overhaul of traditional IP networks, highlighting its ability to separate control and forwarding, simplify management, accelerate service deployment, and transform networks into programmable platforms akin to an Android system for networking.

Control PlaneNetwork ArchitectureProgrammability
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Is SDN the Android of Networks? Discover How It Revolutionizes Networking
21CTO
21CTO
Mar 7, 2016 · Mobile Development

Modern iOS Network Architecture: Leveraging HTTP/2 and NSURLSession

This article explains how to redesign an iOS app's network layer to fully exploit HTTP/2 by switching from NSURLConnection to NSURLSession, discusses centralized versus distributed API designs, data handling strategies, security with SSL pinning, and provides concrete code examples and batch request techniques.

AFNetworkingHTTP/2NSURLSession
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Modern iOS Network Architecture: Leveraging HTTP/2 and NSURLSession
Architecture Digest
Architecture Digest
Feb 20, 2016 · Cloud Computing

Evolution of UPYUN Cloud CDN Architecture from 2010 to 2016

The article chronicles UPYUN's cloud CDN development from its modest 30‑40 node deployment in 2010, through multiple architectural revisions, scaling to over 130 edge nodes by 2014, and outlines future plans for DNS‑based load balancing, international backbone expansion, and video/live‑stream acceleration up to 2016.

CDNEdge computingLoad Balancing
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Evolution of UPYUN Cloud CDN Architecture from 2010 to 2016
21CTO
21CTO
Jan 19, 2016 · Cloud Computing

How Meituan Cloud Scaled Its Network Architecture from Private to Public Cloud

This article details Meituan Cloud's evolution from a private, self‑developed cloud platform to a high‑performance public cloud, covering the motivations, architectural upgrades across physical links, host networking, gateways, controllers, and the adoption of overlay technologies like VXLAN to achieve industry‑leading scalability and reliability.

Cloud ComputingDPDKNetwork Architecture
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How Meituan Cloud Scaled Its Network Architecture from Private to Public Cloud
Architect
Architect
Jan 6, 2016 · Operations

Data Center Architecture Design: LAN, SAN, KVM, POD, and ToR Network Structures

This article explains data‑center wiring zones, LAN, SAN and KVM network architectures, common distributed designs, modular POD concepts, and Top‑of‑Rack (ToR) switching, providing detailed guidance on cabling, equipment placement, and scalability for modern data‑center operations.

Data CenterKVMLAN
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Data Center Architecture Design: LAN, SAN, KVM, POD, and ToR Network Structures
ITPUB
ITPUB
Nov 17, 2015 · Information Security

How to Secure Exposed Databases: Add a Middle Layer and Tighten Access

The article outlines a real‑world scenario where a small company's database was directly reachable from the Internet, then presents a redesign that inserts an intermediate database, restricts firewall access, and enforces strict credential management to protect sensitive data.

DBA Best PracticesDatabase SecurityNetwork Architecture
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How to Secure Exposed Databases: Add a Middle Layer and Tighten Access
Efficient Ops
Efficient Ops
Jun 7, 2015 · Operations

Xunlei’s Unlimited-Node CDN: Innovation or Disruption in the Cloud?

This article examines the recent price cuts in major CDN services, debates whether Xunlei’s unlimited‑node CDN represents a genuine technological breakthrough or merely market disruption, and offers practical guidance on selecting and deploying CDN solutions for different business needs.

CDNNetwork Architecture
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Xunlei’s Unlimited-Node CDN: Innovation or Disruption in the Cloud?