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The 4WARD System Model is described, defining the structure and behavior of a communication system that is to be constructed as well as its generativity, i.e., how bigger and more complex future systems and networks can be built by using a small set of generic concepts. It presents the project four tenets. Then, an Architecture Framework is shown, providing a unified component-based design process, which defines a seamless step-wise though iterative process for deriving a software-based network architecture using as input a set of technical requirements. The Architecture Pillars, described in detail, are: In-Network Domain Management, Network of Information, Generic Path, and the Physical Virtualized Substrate. The Architecture Framework is presented in terms of Strata, Netlets, and the Design Repository. The Design Process is also addressed.
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Johnsson, M. (2011). A System Overview. In: Correia, L., Abramowicz, H., Johnsson, M., Wünstel, K. (eds) Architecture and Design for the Future Internet. Signals and Communication Technology. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-90-481-9346-2_2
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