Multiplexing IP data packets within a MPLS frame

摘要

A method for reducing the amount of overhead information being added to a data packet by multiplexing IP (Internet Protocol) data packets within a MPLS (Multi Protocol Label Switching) frame, thereby reducing the amount of overhead information associated with subsequent protocol layers being added to the data packet. In one embodiment, the method utilizes a target size to limit the number of IP data packets which may be multiplexed within a MPLS frame and a timer to limit the delay in transmission of IP data packets.