Title :
Ethernet as a carrier grade technology: developments and innovations
Author :
Sánchez, Rafael ; Raptis, Lampros ; Vaxevanakis, Kostas
Author_Institution :
Univ. Carlos III de Madrid, Madrid
fDate :
9/1/2008 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Recent innovations in Ethernet networking technology are enhancing both the scalability and capability of Ethernet as a carrier-grade transport technology. This article explains four main innovations recently added to Ethernet, improvements related to scalability, OAM functionality, and enhanced forwarding capability in order to permit Ethernet to assume a much larger role in carrier networks with substantial economic and operational benefits.
Keywords :
local area networks; Ethernet; OAM functionality; carrier networks; carrier-grade transport technology; enhanced forwarding capability; Bridges; Condition monitoring; Cost function; Ethernet networks; Fault diagnosis; Local area networks; Measurement; Spine; Technological innovation; Time division multiplexing;
Journal_Title :
Communications Magazine, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MCOM.2008.4623712
