Zscaler had one patents in connectivity during Q4 2023. Zscaler Inc’s patent filed in Q4 2023 focuses on a cloud-based method for network slicing in a 5G network. The method involves connecting with a device in the network, monitoring traffic between the device and various destinations, and enforcing bandwidth control to maintain a defined Quality of Service for a specific slice associated with the device. GlobalData’s report on Zscaler gives a 360-degreee view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

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Zscaler grant share with connectivity as a theme is 0% in Q4 2023. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

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Application: Hyperfine network slicing (Patent ID: US20230422086A1)

The patent filed by Zscaler Inc. describes a method and system for network slicing in a 5G network using a cloud-based system. The method involves connecting with a device in the 5G network, monitoring traffic between the device and various destinations, and enforcing bandwidth control to ensure a defined Quality of Service for a specific slice associated with the device. The system includes interconnected nodes, some of which are integrated into the user plane of the 5G network, and can perform inline monitoring on different network interfaces to manage traffic effectively.

The claims associated with the patent detail the specific steps involved in implementing the method, such as allowing, blocking, and limiting traffic based on policies and content, enforcing bandwidth control on a per-application basis, and defining slices on different levels within the cloud-based system and the 5G network. The system also utilizes virtualized network functions and can control upload/download speed, bandwidth, latency, and prioritization of traffic. Overall, the patent aims to provide a comprehensive solution for network slicing in 5G networks, ensuring efficient traffic management and Quality of Service enforcement for different applications and services.

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