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Abstract
This publication presents a broad overview on the emerging technology of
very-high-speed communication. It is written at the technical conceptual
level with some areas of greater detail. It is intended to be read by
computer professionals who have some understanding of communications
(but who do not necessarily consider themselves experts).
The primary topics of the book are:
- The Principles of High-Speed Networking
- Fibre Optical Technology and Optical Networks
- Local Area Networks (Token-Ring, FDDI, MetaRing, CRMA,
Radio LANs)
- Metropolitan Area Networks (DQDB, SMDS)
- High-Speed Packet Switches (Frame Relay, Paris, plaNET)
- High-Speed Cell Switching (ATM)
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