Openvswitch
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About Openvswitch
Open vSwitch is a multilayer virtual switch designed for network automation and management in virtualized environments. It supports standard management interfaces and protocols, making it suitable for large production environments.
Explore advanced networking solutions with Open vSwitch.
What You Can Do
- Download Open vSwitch software
- Access comprehensive documentation
- Join community mailing lists
- View conference presentations and talks
- Explore the OVN project for virtual network abstractions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Open vSwitch?
Open vSwitch is a production quality, multilayer virtual switch designed for network automation in virtualized environments.
Is Open vSwitch open source?
Yes, Open vSwitch is licensed under the open source Apache 2.0 license.
What protocols does Open vSwitch support?
Open vSwitch supports standard management protocols such as NetFlow, sFlow, IPFIX, and more.
How can I participate in the Open vSwitch community?
You can join the community by subscribing to mailing lists and participating in discussions.
What is the OVN project?
OVN complements Open vSwitch by adding native support for virtual network abstractions like L2 and L3 overlays.