The perspective of optical packet switching in IP-dominant backbone and metropolitan networks

Authors
Jourdan, A Chiaroni, D Dotaro, E Eilenberger, GJ Masetti, F Renaud, M
Citation
A. Jourdan et al., The perspective of optical packet switching in IP-dominant backbone and metropolitan networks, IEEE COMM M, 39(3), 2001, pp. 136-141
Citations number
4
Categorie Soggetti
Information Tecnology & Communication Systems
Journal title
IEEE COMMUNICATIONS MAGAZINE
ISSN journal
01636804 → ACNP
Volume
39
Issue
3
Year of publication
2001
Pages
136 - 141
Database
ISI
SICI code
0163-6804(200103)39:3<136:TPOOPS>2.0.ZU;2-R
Abstract
This article will analyze the rationale and technical solutions for the use of optical packet switching techniques for both backbone and metropolitan applications. It will also provide information on state-of-the-art technolo gies available for medium-term product development.