Optical networking : a beginner's guide

Get up to speed on optical networking technology, a still-emerging field of high-speed data transmission, using this clearly written introductory resource. Packed with hundreds of figures and illustrations depicting current optical network designs and concepts, this book not only thoroughly explains the basics but also puts just-learned information into a visual context. Covering everything from hardware and software products to SONET and Dense Wave Division Multiplexing (DWDM), this book explores a wide range of topics in a style that's easy to understand. And it contains details relating to optical products from leading companies including Cisco, Juniper, and Nortel. If you're looking for in-depth information on the theories behind optical networking, as well as practical details on working with the technology, this book is your ideal resource.

Part 1: Networking at the Speed of Light 1 Optical Networking Theory 2 History of Optical Networking 3 Optical Architectures Part 2: Optical Networking Tools, Applications, and Vendors 4 Optical Networking Design 5 Optical Switching and Routing 6 Vendors and Their Wares 7 Optical Networking Applications Part 3: Practical Optical Networking 8 Building Optical Networks 9 Optical Network Management 10 Optical Maintenance and Tuning 11 Optical Fiber 12 Optical Network Security