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DPDK offers multiple virtual devices for kernel packet exchange: tap, af_packet, af_xdp, pcap, and virtio-user. This talk benchmarks all five approaches and provides guidance on selecting the right one for your use case.
When DPDK applications need kernel connectivity—control plane traffic, management interfaces, or integration with kernel services—developers must choose among several virtual devices. Direct comparisons are scarce.
