Network Coding for Large Scale Content Distribution

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Network Coding for Large Scale Content Distribution

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by Christos Gkantsidis , Pablo Rodriguez Rodriguez

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@MISC{Gkantsidis_networkcoding,
    author = {Christos Gkantsidis and Pablo Rodriguez Rodriguez},
    title = { Network Coding for Large Scale Content Distribution},
    year = {}
}

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Abstract

We propose a new scheme for content distribution of large files that is based on network coding. With network coding, each node of the distribution network is able to generate and transmit encoded blocks of information. The randomization introduced by the coding process eases the scheduling of block propagation, and, thus, makes the distribution more efficient. This is particularly important in large unstructured overlay networks, where the nodes need to make decisions based on local information only. We compare network coding to other schemes that transmit unencoded information (i.e. blocks of the original file) and, also, to schemes in which only the source is allowed to generate and transmit encoded packets. We study the performance of network coding in heterogeneous networks with dynamic node arrival and departure patterns, clustered topologies, and when incentive mechanisms to discourage free-riding are in place. We demonstrate through simulations of scenarios of practical interest that the expected file download time improves by more than 20-30 % with network coding compared to coding at the server only and, by more than 2-3 times compared to sending unencoded information. Moreover, we show that network coding improves the robustness of the system and is able to smoothly handle extreme situations where the server and nodes departure the system.

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network coding large scale content distribution unencoded information content distribution handle extreme situation departure pattern file download time new scheme heterogeneous network local information large unstructured overlay network encoded packet encoded block distribution network practical interest original file incentive mechanism large file block propagation coding process clustered topology dynamic node arrival

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