LAN/WAN Optimization Techniques

By (author): Harrell J. Van Norman
LAN/WAN Optimization Techniques

Copyright: 1992
 Pages: 361
 ISBN: 9780890066171

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Description
This book presents a unique engineering approach for designing WANs, with significant emphasis on developing technologies for improving efficiency. The discussion includes sections on multiplexes and the use of high speed transmission facilities. You'll find an extensive survey of the various technologies and services available to the network designer, a review of network design tools, and methods for minimizing networking expenditures and predicting response time and network reliability.
Table Of Contents
List of Figures. List of Tables. List of Abbreviations.Preface.Introduction: Networks. Network Design. Network Engineeing Process. Network Design Tools. Network Awareness: Network Awareness Decision Approach. Existing Technology. Current Traffic. Equipment Inventory. Forecasted Growth. Operational Evaluation Criteria. Network Optimization: Network Design Decision Approach. Design Tools as Part of the Network Engineering Process. Network Design Tool Utilization. Network Design Tool. Expanding Capabilities. Cost Performance Break-Even Analysis. Network Management: Network Management Decision Approach. Configuration Management. Network Management Standards. Conclusion. Appendix A: LAN Simulation Tool Review. Appendix B: WAN Optimization Tool Review. Appendix C: WAN Design Tool Illustration. Appendix D: Glossary. Bibliography.

Author

  • Harrell J. Van Norman