Faculty of Computer Engineering, University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran
10.22080/cste.2025.28843.1022
Abstract
Software-defined networking represents a revolutionary shift in network technology by decoupling the data plane from the control plane. In this architecture, all network decision-making processes are centralized in a controller, meaning each switch receives routing information from the controller and forwards network packets accordingly. This clearly highlights the crucial role of controllers in SDN performance. Ryu is one of the widely used SDN controllers, known for its ease of use in research due to its support for Python programming. This makes Ryu a suitable option for experimental and academic studies. In this research, we evaluate the performance of the Ryu controller based on various network metrics and across different network topologies. For experimental analysis, we use Mininet, a powerful network emulation tool that enables the creation of diverse network structures and the connection of switches to controllers. To facilitate the experiments, we developed a Python based script that executes various network scenarios, connects to different controllers, and captures and stores the results. This study not only provides a comprehensive performance evaluation of the Ryu controller but also paves the way for evaluating other SDN controllers in future research.
montazerolghaem, A. , & Imanpour, S. (2025). Evaluation and Performance Analysis of the Ryu Controller in Various Network Scenarios. Contributions of Science and Technology for Engineering, (), -. doi: 10.22080/cste.2025.28843.1022
MLA
ahmadreza montazerolghaem; Somaye Imanpour. "Evaluation and Performance Analysis of the Ryu Controller in Various Network Scenarios", Contributions of Science and Technology for Engineering, , , 2025, -. doi: 10.22080/cste.2025.28843.1022
HARVARD
montazerolghaem, A., Imanpour, S. (2025). 'Evaluation and Performance Analysis of the Ryu Controller in Various Network Scenarios', Contributions of Science and Technology for Engineering, (), pp. -. doi: 10.22080/cste.2025.28843.1022
CHICAGO
A. montazerolghaem and S. Imanpour, "Evaluation and Performance Analysis of the Ryu Controller in Various Network Scenarios," Contributions of Science and Technology for Engineering, (2025): -, doi: 10.22080/cste.2025.28843.1022
VANCOUVER
montazerolghaem, A., Imanpour, S. Evaluation and Performance Analysis of the Ryu Controller in Various Network Scenarios. Contributions of Science and Technology for Engineering, 2025; (): -. doi: 10.22080/cste.2025.28843.1022
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