Cloudflare. has been granted a patent for a method in a distributed cloud computing network that manages write operations to persistent data. The process includes local storage write, notification of pending operations, acknowledgment from other servers, and confirmation from an external storage system before finalizing the write. GlobalData’s report on Cloudflare gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Distributed cloud data write confirmation and management method
The patent US12050799B1 outlines a method for managing write operations in a distributed cloud computing network. The process begins with a compute server receiving a request to execute an application that governs access to persistent data. When a write operation is initiated, the server performs the operation on its local storage and notifies a control code that prevents any outgoing messages from the application until the write operation is confirmed. The server then transmits the write information to other compute servers in the network and queues it for an external blob storage system. Confirmation of the write operation is awaited from a quorum of these servers, and upon receipt, the server sends a confirmation notice to the external storage system and other compute servers.
Additionally, the patent describes various features of the method, including the ability to handle multiple write operations and read requests. It specifies that the first compute server and other servers may be located in different data centers, and that write operations can be recorded in a write-ahead logging (WAL) file. The method also includes mechanisms to prevent outgoing messages from being sent if a write operation is still pending, ensuring data consistency. Overall, the patent provides a structured approach to managing data writes in a distributed environment, enhancing reliability and coordination among multiple compute servers.
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