Title :
LAN bridging via intermediate networks
Author_Institution :
GEC Res., Hirst Res. Centre, Wembley, UK
Abstract :
The author describes the limitations of individual LANs and how they may be overcome by the use of multiple LANs interconnected by bridges. The current bridging standards are summarised and a non-standard but frequently used class of encapsulating bridges is described. These types of bridges are compared and directions for future development of encapsulating bridges are proposed
Keywords :
local area networks; optical links; standards; FDDI ring; LAN bridging; bridging standards; encapsulating bridges; intermediate networks; multiple LAN interconnecting;
Conference_Titel :
Interconnection of LANs, IEE Colloquium on
Conference_Location :
London
