Through the RTT Lens : A Comparative study of CUBIC and BBR Congestion Control

Authors

  • Runjeeth Nikam  NJIT, Newark, New Jersey, USA
  • Kunal Babbar  NJIT, Newark, New Jersey, USA
  • Gaurav  

DOI:

https://doi.org//10.32628/CSEIT2390652

Keywords:

ALU, Adders, Subtractors, Borrow

Abstract

As the demand for high-performance internet applications continues to surge, the efficiency of network congestion control algorithms becomes a critical factor in ensuring a seamless user experience. This research paper delves into the comparative analysis of two prominent congestion control mechanisms: BBR (Bottleneck Bandwidth and Round- trip propagation time) and Cubic[1]. Both algorithms play pivotal roles in regulating data flow within networks, but their approaches differ significantly. The comparison section highlights the adaptive behavior of each algorithm, emphasizing real-world implications for diverse network scenarios. The discussion interprets the findings, offering a nuanced understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of both BBR and Cubic, thereby contributing to the broader discourse on congestion control strategies.

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2023-12-30

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How to Cite

[1]
Runjeeth Nikam, Kunal Babbar, Gaurav, " Through the RTT Lens : A Comparative study of CUBIC and BBR Congestion Control, IInternational Journal of Scientific Research in Computer Science, Engineering and Information Technology(IJSRCSEIT), ISSN : 2456-3307, Volume 9, Issue 6, pp.291-296, November-December-2023. Available at doi : https://doi.org/10.32628/CSEIT2390652