Using Network Application Behavior to Predict Performance

The book "Using Network Application Behavior to Predict Performance" by Chunling Ma offers a comprehensive analysis of the network metrics that are crucial for the use of network applications. In an era where the internet is continuously growing, it is essential for users and applications to develop a deep understanding of these metrics. The work examines the traffic between simulated users and utilizes historical data to make predictions about the future use of network applications. By analyzing various parameters and their impact on prediction accuracy, it demonstrates how stable and precise the predictions are across a wide range of parameters. The book also addresses the use of common routing paths between users and applications to forecast the performance of applications such as web, streaming, and DNS. These insights are of great interest to professionals and researchers in the field of network technology.