IP, Ethernet and MPLS Networks

This book summarizes the key Quality of Service technologies deployed in telecommunications networks: Ethernet, IP, and MPLS. The QoS of the network is made up of two parts: fault and resource management.

Network operation quality is among the functions to be fulfilled in order to offer QoS to the end user. It is characterized by four parameters: packet loss, delay, jitter or the variation of delay over time, and availability. Resource management employs mechanisms that enable the first three parameters to be guaranteed or optimized. Fault management aims to ensure continuity of service.

Content:
Chapter 1 Network Operation (pages 1–26): Andre Perez
Chapter 2 Characterizing Quality of Service (pages 27–50): Andre Perez
Chapter 3 Transport Protocols (pages 51–76): Andre Perez
Chapter 4 Implementing Operation Quality (pages 77–100): Andre Perez
Chapter 5 IP Technology – Resource Management (pages 101–126): Andre Perez
Chapter 6 IP Technology – Fault Management (pages 127–152): Andre Perez
Chapter 7 MPLS Technology – Resource Management (pages 153–176): Andre Perez
Chapter 8 MPLS Technology – Fault Management (pages 177–202): Andre Perez
Chapter 9 Ethernet Technology – Resource Management (pages 203–226): Andre Perez
Chapter 10 Ethernet Technology – Fault Management (pages 227–250): Andre Perez