network architectures
On the Throughput-Cost Tradeoff of Multi-Tiered Optical Network Architectures
White Paper This paper conducts a throughput-cost study of several optical network architectures: Optical Flow Switching (OFS), Tell-and-Go (TaG), Electronic Packet Switching (EPS), and Generalized MultiProtocol Label Switching (GMPLS). [18 Jul 2008]
Middleware and Management Support for Programmable QoS-Network Architectures
White Paper In particular, the paper describes a middleware for programmable Differentiated Service (DiffServ) architectures. DiffServ architectures are envisaged by the standardization body of the IETF to be open to an evolutionary process and to facilitate... [18 Jul 2008]
On the Capacity of Optical Networks: A Framework for Comparing Different Transport Architectures
White Paper This paper compares three optical transport network architectures: Optical Packet Switching (OPS), Optical Flow Switching (OFS), and Optical Burst Switching (OBS). It characterizes the capacity regions of the transport architectures, and show that... [18 Jul 2008]
Study of Network on Chip Resources Allocation for QoS Management
White Paper The increasing complexity of integrated circuits and application requirements drive the research of new on-chip interconnection architectures. The main goal pursued is to achieve superior bandwidth when compared to conventional on-chip bus... [18 Jul 2008]
10 Gbps NRZ-DPSK Modulation in SOA-Based Optical Packet Switching Networks
White Paper In most OPS network architectures, Semiconductor Optical Amplifiers (SOA) are the predominant technology used in switching elements due to their fast switching time, broad gain bandwidth and potential for hybrid integration with optical and... [18 Jul 2008]
QoS in Mobile Multimedia Networks
White Paper This paper develops an abstract framework for different architectures of network layer mobility support like Mobile IP, Cellular IP, IPv6, GSM, UMTS etc.and discusses their appropriateness for QoS handling. [18 Jul 2008]
Bluetooth Device Manager Connecting a Large Number of Devices With Different QoS Requirements in a Bluetooth Network
White Paper A reason why Bluetooth is even considered for a Service Oriented Architectures (SOAs) network consisting of a large number of resource-constraint devices. The unique advantages of Bluetooth such as low power consumption capability, cheap hardware... [18 Jul 2008]
Wavelength-Division-Multiplexed Passive Optical Network (WDM-PON) Technologies for Broadband Access: A Review [Invited]
White Paper This includes enabling device technologies for WDM-PONs and network architectures, as well as the corresponding protocols and services that may be deployed on a WDM-PON. The Passive Optical Network (PON) is an optical fiber based network... [18 Jul 2008]
A Review of Traffic Grooming in WDM Optical Networks: Architectures and Challenges
White Paper Various network and node architectures for different traffic-grooming scenarios are compared and discussed. The network performance is now mainly limited by the processing capability of the network elements, which are mainly electronic. [18 Jul 2008]
QoS Guaranteeing Concepts in VIRTUOUS and FUTURE IST Projects
White Paper This paper deals with approaches for meaningful QoS architectures for packet oriented SUMTS service in an integrated system by adapting the already investigated QoS guaranteeing algorithms for terrestrial UMTS like Connection Admission Control... [18 Jul 2008]
Let's Get Virtual: A Look at Today's Server Virtualization Architecture
White Paper This overview takes a detailed look at the competing server virtualization architectures, while highlighting the critical differences of each. Along the way, Wolf addresses key considerations for evaluating potential virtualization solutions and... [18 Jul 2008]
A Comparison Between IPsec and Multiprotocol Label Switching Virtual Private Networks
White Paper Two unique and complementary VPN architectures based on IP security (IPsec) and MultiProtocol Label Switching (MPLS) technologies are emerging to form the predominant foundations for delivery of New World services. [18 Jul 2008]
IP Over All-Optical Networks - Issues
White Paper IP over Optical is being envisioned as one of the most attractive architectures for the new Internet. The paper also addresses the issues of routing, signaling, control and survivability in an all-optical network. [18 Jul 2008]
Optical Switching: Switch Fabrics, Techniques, and Architectures
White Paper Generalized multiprotocol label switching seeks to eliminate the asynchronous transfer mode and synchronous optical network layers, thus implementing Internet protocol over wavelength-division multiplexing. [18 Jul 2008]
End-to-End QoS Control Architectures From a Wholesale and Retail Perspective: Benefits and Challenges
White Paper Providing an equal or better grade of service compared to legacy networks is essential for an NGN operator as insufficient service quality severely reduces the value of the network. Recognizing the attractive properties of a competitive market... [18 Jul 2008]
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