Location-aware configuration

摘要

A networking device may operate according to a first configuration profile adapted to cause the device to conform to restrictions applicable within a plurality of different locations. The networking device may obtain a second, location-aware configuration profile, which may include restrictions applicable to the location where the device is deployed. The second, location-aware configuration profile may be provided by a location-aware configuration service responsive to a request from the device. The service may determine a location of the device from the request. The service may identify restrictions applicable within the region the device is located.

主权项

1. A method, comprising:
configuring a networking device to provide networking services to a plurality of client devices in accordance with a first profile, wherein the first profile is configured to cause the networking device to provide the networking services to the plurality of client devices in conformance with restrictions of a plurality of different jurisdictions; receiving a second, location-specific profile from a configuration service via a network, wherein the second, location-specific profile is configured to cause the networking device to provide the networking services to the plurality of client devices in conformance with restrictions of one of the plurality of different jurisdictions; and providing networking services to the plurality of client devices in accordance with the second, location-specific profile.