Karn's algorithm
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When computing the round trip estimate, ignore retransmitted segments and use a backoff strategy. Then, retain the timeout value from a retransmitted packet for subsequent packets until a valid sample is obtained.
Further Reading
- Comer, Douglas E. (2006). Internetworking with TCP/IP (5 ed.). Prentice Hall: Upper Saddle River, NJ..