Performance Analysis of Existing SDN Load Balancing Controller Using Mininet

Due to an increase in the load of network, load balancing service, i.e., a service that gives an equal volume of each task assignment to each of the servers in data centers, it is usually performed by the specialized hardware. Networks have to adjust due to the load and also as a result of dealing with faults and complexity which are provided in the implementation and configuration process. Network engineers or administrators must be aware of selecting controllers according to the network requirement, which can lead to performance issues, scalability challenges, reliability and fault tolerance and many more problems in the network. To tackle this problem, this research analyses four different controllers in an experiment: In-band, open flow, OVS, and remote controller, which are the key aspects. The paper shows how these controllers, which are detected through a comprehensive evaluation of network performance attributes (e.g., Throughput and Jitter), affect the overall system’s performance. This information provides beneficial information for the researchers and practitioners who wish to make informed choices whenever they select suitable controls for specific network needs.