The TransPort has competitive throughput and latency numbers, and it supports a wide range of services. The device's configuration is menu-driven and does not hide the underlying Linux implementation from the user, which could be a problem for those with limited IT support or for those accustomed to an easier interface.
Hugh Smith is an assistant professor at the California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo and a member of the Cal Poly Network Performance Research Lab. Students Scott Thomas and Brett Tsudama are members of the Cal Poly NetPRL. Write to them at [email protected].
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