Linux Foundation Creates Ultra Ethernet Consortium with Cisco, Microsoft, AMD and More
Earlier today, the Linux Foundation announced that Ultra Ethernet Consortium (University of Electro-Communications). Prominent industry leaders such as AMD, Arista, Broadcom, Cisco, Eviden, HPE, Intel, Meta and Microsoft are involved in this effort. The consortium aims to optimize Ethernet standards for high-performance networks.
As artificial intelligence, machine learning, and other forms of high-performance computing become more advanced, so does the demand for the networks that support these systems. The UEC’s goal is for the companies involved to work together to improve modern networking protocol standards to better handle the workloads of these new and advanced systems.
Dr. J Metz, chairman of the Ultra Ethernet Consortium, said that Ethernet doesn’t need to be overhauled, but instead the team hopes to make adjustments that improve efficiency over time.
“We look at every layer, from the physical layer to the software layer, to find the best way to improve efficiency and performance at scale.”
Dr. J. Metz
So far, some specific technical hurdles have been identified, which the consortium will focus on. This includes developing APIs and specifications for various Ethernet communication protocols, interfaces and data structures to better meet the needs of high performance technology.
Other areas of interest include network transport protocols, both link level and end-to-end. The press release also mentions congestion, signaling mechanisms and telemetry as necessary targets. Only time will tell what this will look like in practice, but expect new software and Ethernet security protocols developed with AI, machine learning, and high-performance computing in mind.
Learn more about. University of Electro-Communications Visit our official website for frequently asked questions, news and updates.up to date press release It also provides a lot of information about the formation of the new consortium and its future goals.
