McGraw-Hill Series on Computer Communications
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The updated edition of this popular book remains the bestselling reference combining the technologies and procedures of data network design in a single volume. Chronologically organized, abundantly illustrated, and filled with technical references for further study, the guide provides the ideal blueprint for network designers who want to achieve an effective design plan. Includes coverage of ATM, Frame Relay, SONET, and X.25 Packet Switching.
This is a working manual of the theory and practical use of asynchronous transfer mode (ATM) technology and ATM-based services. Providing a real-life approach to the technology, this guide offers a high-level summary of all ATM protocols and services. It explains why ATM will provide standard protocol for voice, video and data integration in the 21st century. Also covered are the nuts-and-bolts of ATM network planning, congestion control and traffic engineering, as well as the source of each standard, and information on where to find additional details within the standards.
In the past two years, ATM has been adopted by many Fortune 500 companies and most telecommunication carriers. The current challenge for network managers and administrators is to deploy ATM efficiently and effectively in a corporate setting. Through abundant examples and illustrated step-by-step guidance, "Hands-On ATM" reveals how to implement and operate an ATM network to best advantage.