A Framework for the Deterministic Networking (DetNet) Controller Plane

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Publisher: IETF
Doc Type: Informational
Pages: 15
Abstract: This document provides a framework overview for the Deterministic Networking (DetNet) Controller Plane. It discusses concepts and requirements for the DetNet Controller Plane, which could be the basis for a future solution specification.
Publication Date: 2026-03-01
Status Note: Informational
DOI: 10.17487/RFC9938
Link: https://doi.org/10.17487/RFC9938
Author(s): Andrew G. Malis
Xuesong Geng
Mach Chen
Balazs Varga
Carlos J. Bernardos
Keyword(s): DetNet, Controller Plane, SDN

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