Extremely Fast and Efficient NFV with Unikraft

Overview

Explore the cutting-edge world of Network Function Virtualization (NFV) in this 25-minute conference talk from the Linux Foundation. Delve into the Unikraft ecosystem and its integration with Data Plane Development Kit (DPDK) for high-performance networking. Learn about the architecture, implementation, and performance benefits of Unikraft compared to traditional Linux VMs. Discover how to build DPDK as a Unikraft library and understand the interface between the two technologies. Examine real-world test results comparing packet sending, receiving, and key-value operations in Unikraft versus Linux VMs. Gain insights into resource usage optimization and the potential impact of this technology on the future of NFV.

Syllabus

Intro
VNF with DPDK Ecosystem
La-la Land
What is Unikraft?
libukforest - Unikraft System Overview
Unikraft - DPDK Target Arch?
Build DPDK as an Unikraft Library
Unikraft as EAL in DPDK
Interface between Unikraft and DPDK
Test Setup
Packet Send: Unikraft vs LinuxVM
Packet Receive: Unikraft vs LinuxVM
Key Value: Unikraft vs LinuxVM
Resource Usage: Unikraft vs LinuxVM
What we think