Optical networks have moved from laboratory settings and theoretical research to real-world
deployment and service-oriented explorations. New technologies such as Ethernet PON …

A comprehensive guide to understanding and configuring multiservice DWDM, SONET, and
SDH architectures Optical Network Design and Implementation provides in-depth coverage …

This article takes a broad look at a variety of optical network technologies that have been
developed over the past two decades and comments on why some were successful in the …

Over the past 25 years, networks have evolved from being relatively static with fairly
homogeneous traffic to being more configurable and carrying a heterogeneous array of …

This handbook is an authoritative, comprehensive reference on optical networks, the
backbone of today's communication and information society. The book reviews the many …

Optical Networks, Third Edition continues to be the authoritative source for information on
optical networking technologies and techniques. Componentry and transmission are …

The transport network paradigm is moving toward next-generation networks that aim at IP
convergence, while architectures and technologies are diversifying. Video technologies …

This paper presents views on the future of optical networking. A historical look at the
emergence of optical networking is first taken, followed by a discussion on the drivers …

The Internet revolution. Once, the public was delighted with 14.4 modem access and
fascinated by low-tech Web site content. But not for long. Technology has raced to keep up …

Optical Networking Standards: A Comprehensive Guide for Professionals provides a single
source reference of over a hundred standards and industry technical specifications for …