Converged Network Architectures: Delivering Voice and Data Over IP, ATM, and Frame Relay [Paperback]

Oliver C. Ibe (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0471202509 | ISBN-13: 978-0471202509 | Publication Date: November 15, 2001 | Edition: 1st

Get the big picture on converged network architectures and emerging protocols!
Converged networks integrate voice, video, and data traffic on a single network. This book covers converged network architectures as well as the latest enabling protocols including SIP, H.323, MPLS, and H.248. Readers will gain a better understanding of network architectures and protocols such as SONET, frame relay, ATM and IP. The book offers the latest information on voice communication networks, data networks, voice packet processing, coding for broadband systems, and voice- over packet networks. Readers will also discover how converged networks can provide the highest level of service for the least cost.

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From the Back Cover

An exploration of the cutting-edge advancements in the field of voice and data convergence

Numerous attempts have been made in the past to integrate voice and data onto one network. The differing characteristics of voice and data have placed conflicting demands on the individual networks-- voice uses a circuit-switched network, while data uses a packet-switched network. This timely book explores the promise of a converged network, which permits voice, video, and data to be carried in the same packet-switched network using the same packet format.

As converged networks are reaching maturity and are being deployed by major telecom providers, Oliver Ibe offers you insightful discussions on the rewards that convergence allows, such as significant cost reductions, more efficient utilization of resources, the development of Web-based call centers, and unified messaging. Converged networks benefit not only medium-sized businesses (with cost savings for Web-based training or call-centers, for example) but also major network service providers like MCI and AT&T where converged networks can render the highest level of service for the least cost.

This extensive book:
* Reviews why VoIP has become the most prominent technology for network convergence
* Covers new technologies like MPLS, Session Initiation Protocol, and Megaco/H.248 protocol, which have improved reliability and quality-of-service capability in converged networks
* Gives a complete picture of converged network architectures, including Voice over IP, Voice over ATM, and Voice over frame relay
* Covers basic concepts like SONET, advanced intelligent networks, and voice-coding algorithms and standards, which are fundamental to understanding the converged network
* Fills the gaps in the current convergence literature, outfitting network planners and engineers, telecom system designers and implementers, and telephony carriers and developers with an invaluable resource

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About the Author

OLIVER C. IBE, ScD, is Director of Network Architecture at Spike Broadband Systems, a fixed broadband wireless company. He has been a research staff member at IBM's T. J. Watson Research Center, Digital Equipment Corporation, and GTE Labs; a network architect at Cabletron Systems and Xyplex Networks; and director of network architecture at Adaptive Broadband Corporation. Dr. Ibe has taught at Georgia Tech and was a visiting scientist at MIT. He was the managing editor of Computer Networks and ISDN Systems and is a senior member of IEEE.

Product Details

• Paperback: 416 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1st edition (November 15, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471202509
• ISBN-13: 978-0471202509
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,049,402 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best written book on the Voice over IP... 100% CLEAR., December 2, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Converged Network Architectures: Delivering Voice and Data Over IP, ATM, and Frame Relay (Paperback)

If you read Ibe's ATM book and like it get ready because you are going to LOVE this book even more. Dr.IBE knows his staff.

If you are a technical person this book will became your bible. If you are not a technical person this book will make you feel as if you were technical but most important will help you understand the subject in not time. (SALES, Managers, QA... Guys take note).

I do not know how he does it but a difficult subjects become clear after he explains them. I been following his writing and I must say that there is no one in my opinion who can explain complicated subjects the way he does. Check his ATM book and you will understand what I mean.

WELL DONE IBE...

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good, broad coverage, November 29, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Converged Network Architectures: Delivering Voice and Data Over IP, ATM, and Frame Relay (Paperback)

This is a great book that goes beyond VoIP. It covers all major network architectures, and the latest enabling protocols like SIP, H.323, MPLS, and H.248. I found the discussions of Voice packet processing and Access schemes particularly helpful.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A clear perspective on converged network technologies, November 28, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Converged Network Architectures: Delivering Voice and Data Over IP, ATM, and Frame Relay (Paperback)

This book covers all the protocols and schemes for delivering voice and data over IP, frame relay, and ATM. The author has an easy-to-follow writing style that makes the book a joy to read.