Optical Networks: Third Generation Transport Systems - Hardcover

Black, Uyless

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9780130607263: Optical Networks: Third Generation Transport Systems

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ISBN 10: 0130607266 ISBN 13: 9780130607263

Publisher: Prentice Hall, 2002

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Overviews the technologies being developed and deployed for the third generation of digital carrier transport networks. Without getting highly technical, the author examines the role of optical fiber and optical routers in these networks, with an emphasis on wave division multiplexing, and describes multiprotocol label switching and new multiplexing hierarchies. The introductory chapters review the characteristics of optical fiber and second generation technology implemented as SONET and SDH. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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A comprehensive introduction to optical networking: current solutions and emerging breakthroughs.

The authoritative, comprehensive guide to next-generation optical networking
Coverage includes DWDM, Optical-over-IP, MPLS, passive optical, ASON, and OLMP
Presents new techniques for maximizing bandwidth, simplifying provisioning, and controlling QoS
Includes a detailed review of current fiber systems, signaling schemes, and SONET/SDH standards

In Optical Networks: Third Generation Transport Systems, leading telecom consultant Uyless Black presents an authoritative introduction to the emerging technologies that will drive the next communications revolution. From MPLS to Optical-over-IP to the new Optical Link Management Protocol (OLMP), Black's expert explanations and practical insight will be invaluable to every professional building, deploying, or managing optical networks. Engineers new to the field will especially appreciate his review of current fiber systems, signaling, SONET/SDH standards, and how these technologies lay the foundation for tomorrow's 3G advances.

DWDM: Driving massive bandwidth increases through existing optical infrastructure
MPLS: understanding its role in today's networks and tomorrow's optical core
Controlling QoS in current and future optical networks
Network topologies and protection/restoration—including advanced passive optical systems
Optical routers, switching in optical Internets, and optical bandwidth-on-demand
ASON: Automating the routing and signaling of optical connections
OLMP: Simplifying the configuration and management of tomorrow's optical networks
Comparing ATM with IP in optical networks

Optical Networks: Third Generation Transport Systems is the first book to cover every key optical technology for building networks of unprecedented power, flexibility, and manageability.

About the Author:

UYLESS BLACK is a widely respected telecommunications consultant and lecturer with extensive operations and implementation experience in both public and private networks. His clients include Nortel, British Telecom, and major carriers throughout the United States. His recent books include Voice Over IP, Second Edition; IP Routing Protocols; and MPLS and Label Switching Networks.

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