Planning Fiber Optics Networks

Today's best sourcebook for making optimal use of fiber opticnetworks for every major type of data traffic. The huge volume ofvideo and other bandwidth-heavy content is forcing IT and telecomcompanies to rethink their network pipelines, in order to insureaccess to customers. This book shows you how to effectively designand deploy bandwidth-rich networks for all major types of datatraffic. Planning Fiber Optic Networks describes availabletechnologies used to transport traffic over fiber - such as LAN,IP, and voice traffic - and shows how to plan and develop each ofthese technologies. Throughout the volume, renowned fiber opticexpert Bob Chomycz focuses on the relative cost-effectiveness ofcompeting fiber technologies, highlighting methods for optimizingfiber bandwidth potential. You will find timely information onSONET, WDM, Metropolitan, and Long-Haul networks, plus fullcoverage of dark fiber.

Edition:

09

Published:

01/01/2009