Next generation transport is used to support storage, VOIP, DSL, Cable and soon-to-be FTTX. This book is a survey of the key technologies that comprise the backbone of the networking infrastructure. It explains transport networks, how they are used, management of the layers, and the role of standards in the development of certain technologies.

Covering past, present and future transport networks using three layered planes written by experts in the field.

Targeted at both practitioners and academics as a single source to get an understanding of how transport networks are built and operated

Explains technologies enabling the next generation transport networks