POSTER: Analysis of the Energy Saving in Emerging Information-Centric Metropolitan Area Networks

Named-Data Networking is a prominent solution for offering flexible communications in Metropolitan Area Networks. Its features were recently extended with SDN and MEC capabilities for better supporting consumer mobility and improving packet forwarding functionalities. However, the scientific literature lacks a thorough investigation on the impact on the energy consumption of these protocols. Focusing the attention on the novel approach presented by the same authors of this paper, this contribution analyzes the energy saving in Information-Centric Metropolitan Area Networks. Results demonstrate the efficacy of the investigated approach by evaluating the different components of energy consumption in the considered scenario.