Noisy routers: Investigating the make-up of route collector data
An analysis of over 80 billion BGP updates shows that 'noisy' updates inflate MRT archives, bias measurements, and emphasize the need for careful interpretation of BGP data.
MAIN POINTS
- Over 80 billion BGP updates were analyzed to assess their impact on MRT archives.
- 'Noisy' BGP updates contribute to inflated MRT archives and biased measurements.
- The study highlights the necessity for more precise interpretation of BGP data.
- Careful analysis of BGP data is crucial to avoid misinterpretations.
TAKEAWAYS
- Understanding BGP update noise is essential for accurate network measurements.
- MRT archives can be misleading due to the presence of 'noisy' updates.
- Researchers must adopt careful methods when interpreting BGP data.
- The study calls for improved techniques in handling and analyzing BGP updates.