Enabling Coalition-Based Community Networking
M. Lad, Saleem Noel Bhatti, Steve Hailes, P. Kirstein · 2005
Abstract: Recent advances in local-area networking capabilities have enabled the emergence of a new class of community-based edge networks. These involve the direct interconnection of machines or local networks between community members. However, such interconnection, or peering, is usually carried out by individuals on an ad hoc basis and requires a level of expertise to configure and maintain. We present a new architectural element for such community-area networks — the Coalition Peering Domain — and show why it is needed to better utilise available resources. 1