The Benefit of Distant Accounting Servers - DIAMETER Accounting

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Start date Sep 27, 2012
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In summary, DIAMETER Accounting is a protocol used for accounting and billing purposes in network communication. It allows for the creation of distant accounting servers, which can be located in different geographical locations, improving management and access of accounting data. Its advantages include improved scalability, flexibility, and reliability, as well as better network management and reduced workload on individual servers. DIAMETER Accounting is secure and can be used in various networks such as IP networks, telecommunications networks, ISPs, and VPNs.

Sep 27, 2012

Max.Planck

What exactly is the benefit of having the accounting servers in another location than the authentication/authorization servers?

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Sep 29, 2012

Naty1

diversity?survivability?

FAQ: The Benefit of Distant Accounting Servers - DIAMETER Accounting

1. What is DIAMETER Accounting?

DIAMETER Accounting is a protocol used for accounting and billing purposes in network communication. It is an extension of the DIAMETER protocol, which is primarily used for authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA) in IP networks.

2. How does DIAMETER Accounting benefit distant accounting servers?

DIAMETER Accounting allows for the creation of distant accounting servers, which can be located in different geographical locations. This allows for easier and more efficient management of accounting data, as it can be centralized and accessed remotely.

3. What are the advantages of using DIAMETER Accounting?

DIAMETER Accounting offers several advantages, including improved scalability, flexibility, and reliability. It also allows for better network management and reduces the workload on individual accounting servers.

4. Is DIAMETER Accounting secure?

Yes, DIAMETER Accounting is secure as it uses various security mechanisms such as encryption and authentication to protect accounting data from unauthorized access or tampering.

5. What types of networks can use DIAMETER Accounting?

DIAMETER Accounting is primarily used in IP networks, including both wired and wireless networks. It is commonly used in telecommunications networks, internet service provider (ISP) networks, and virtual private networks (VPNs).