Core and Access Networks

	Telecom Routing and Switching Routing and switching in telecom networks requires knowledge of sophisticated equipment and the protocols that traverse it. This section contains advice to help you select telecom switches and routers and resources to help implement protocols like BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, RIP and IS-IS.
	MPLS (Multi-protocol Label Switching) Networks MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching) technology is a fixture in service provider networks, offering flexible network segmentation and prioritization through quality of service (QoS). Get help here with everything from MPLS technology basics and the benefits of MPLS to full-blown backbone ...
	Carrier Ethernet Ethernet is increasingly being used to provide services and transport in service provider access networks and carrier backbones. Learn best practices for delivering carrier grade Ethernet and about Ethernet's rise as transport technology and the debate between such options as PBT, PBB-TE ...
	IPTV and Video on Demand Delivering IPTV and video on is an integral part of most telecom service providers' network upgrade plans. Ensuring quality content delivery is a complex and expensive proposition, To help with the mission, this section provides resources for planning network architecture changes and ...
	Optical Networks The optical network and its components are at the heart of carrier-class networks. Optical network design, optical network control and management, and selection and operation of such specific equipment as optical network switches and ROADMs is critical. Here you'll find help with those ...

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