Abstract:
In one embodiment, a method includes performing stateful application classification on packets received at a controller and transmitting classification information to an access point. The classification information includes flow information and stateless rules for applying policies. The access point is configured to use the classification information to perform stateless application classification and apply policies to packets received from a mobile device. An apparatus and logic are also disclosed herein.
Abstract:
In an example embodiment, an access point or wireless local area network controller programs an opaque cookie into a wireless client. The cookie carries association detail and current traffic information of the client. When the client roams to a new access point, the client presents the cookie to the new access point.
Abstract:
In an example embodiment, an access point or wireless local area network controller programs an opaque cookie into a wireless client. The cookie carries association detail and current traffic information of the client. When the client roams to a new access point, the client presents the cookie to the new access point.