Intent-Based Networking with AI: Towards Fully Autonomous Network Operations

This research explored the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into Intent-Based Networking (IBN) systems with the goal of enabling fully autonomous network operations. Utilizing a qualitative research design, the study involved expert interviews and system behavior observations within simulated environments. The AI-driven IBN prototype was developed with components for natural language intent recognition, policy translation, and autonomous fault management. The findings indicated high accuracy in interpreting user intents (93.7%), efficient policy deployment, and significant reductions in both configuration and recovery times compared to traditional Software-Defined Networking (SDN) systems. Experts validated the system's operational advantages while also noting challenges in handling ambiguous inputs and adapting to diverse network configurations. Overall, the research highlighted the feasibility and benefits of AI-enhanced IBN while recommending further real-world testing and security considerations to achieve truly autonomous network infrastructures.