A method and system for rerouting data over a local area network is provided. The method comprises defining at least one port group associated with a bridging device, each port group including interfaces linked to the bridging device. A plurality of statuses for each port group is defined, the status...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US8131871?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US8131871 - Method and system for the automatic reroute of data over a local area network