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Micro-DNS Resolver

Ultra-Low Latency Embedded Edge DNS

A lightweight DNS resolver embedded directly inside roadside base stations that resolves domain names to local edge compute IPs in sub-microseconds.

Technical Explanation

Traditional DNS lookups traverse public internet hierarchies, consuming 20-100 milliseconds just resolving an IP address before a connection can begin. The 6G Micro-DNS Resolver runs directly inside the base station software stack. It maintains an instant cache of all localized edge microservices, resolving domain names (e.g., 'local-collision-avoidance.edge') in under 100 microseconds, ensuring instant connection initiation for high-speed vehicular apps.

Key Functions

  • Resolving edge domain names in sub-100 microseconds directly at the base station
  • Eliminating multi-roundtrip external DNS traversal delays for local edge applications
  • Dynamic geographical IP mapping returning the closest edge server instance to moving users
  • Cryptographic DNSSEC validation verifying record integrity against cache poisoning
  • Seamless integration with 6G Core Edge Configuration Server (ECS) discovery tables
Specifications
IETF RFC 8499 / DNSOP Working Group, 3GPP Rel-19 Edge Architecture
Interfaces
MicroDNS-CacheEdge-DNS-Bus

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