Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2004-2009
Title: Innovations of Robert Duncan
Introduction
Robert Duncan is a notable inventor based in Edinburgh, GB. He has made significant contributions to the field of network management and virtual private networks (VPNs). With a total of 8 patents to his name, Duncan's work has had a considerable impact on how networks are configured and managed.
Latest Patents
One of Duncan's latest patents is focused on the configuration of VPNs. This invention describes a method for efficiently configuring gateway devices within a shared network. The process involves creating a queue of configuration tasks for the gateway devices, which includes sending static network routing information. The tasks are executed by retrieving the next task from the queue and checking for any changes in the connected subnetworks. If changes are detected, update configuration tasks are generated for the relevant gateway devices.
Another significant patent by Duncan involves a network management apparatus and method for determining the topology of a network. This invention utilizes the Spanning-Tree protocol to gather address table data from core network devices. By processing this data, the method identifies inactive links and builds a network tree from a selected root device, thereby determining the network's topology.
Career Highlights
Robert Duncan is currently employed at 3Com Corporation, where he continues to innovate in the field of network technology. His work has been instrumental in advancing the efficiency and reliability of network configurations.
Collaborations
Duncan has collaborated with notable colleagues such as David James Stevenson and Alastair Hugh Chisholm. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of various network management solutions.
Conclusion
Robert Duncan's contributions to network management and VPN technology have established him as a prominent figure in the field. His innovative patents reflect a deep understanding of network configurations and management, paving the way for future advancements.