shared resource flow
A shared-resource flow refers to network traffic where multiple entities share underlying network resources, requiring policies and mechanisms to manage contention and ensure fairness.
Shared-resource flows rely on a common pool of bandwidth, transmission capacity, and processing resources, with multiple flows competing under defined access and contention mechanisms.
Ensuring fairness and quality of service involves mechanisms like fair queuing, admission control, and access policies to prioritize traffic and prevent resource starvation.
Common in broadband internet access, enterprise networks, cloud computing, and wireless environments, shared-resource flows enable multi-tenant connectivity while demanding robust congestion management and QoS enforcement.