Architecture
The GATE platform shares Zequenze's robust framework architecture, providing a scalable and reliable foundation for portal management and authentication services.
Core Components
The GATE architecture consists of three primary layers:
Machine Interfaces
- RADIUS: Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service protocol support
- DIAMETER: Next-generation AAA protocol implementation
- Web Server: HTTP/HTTPS interface for web-based interactions
Application Layer
- AAA Server: Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting services
- Captive Portal: User authentication and access control interface
- Ad Server: Advertising content management and delivery
- Additional service applications
Database Layer
- User Records Database: Storage for user accounts and profiles
- Transaction Records Database: Logging of authentication and access events
- Metrics Database: Performance and usage analytics storage
- Additional specialized databases for various operational data
Architecture Diagram
Scalability
Each architectural layer supports horizontal scaling to accommodate varying operational requirements and can be easily scaled depending on specific needs:
- Traffic-based scaling: Scale components based on network traffic volume
- Activity-based scaling: Adjust resources according to user activity levels
- Size-based scaling: Expand capacity based on database size and storage requirements
This flexible architecture ensures optimal performance across different deployment scenarios and growth patterns.