Switches at a Crossroads.

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Title: Switches at a Crossroads.
Authors: Masud, Sam
Source: Telecommunications - Americas Edition. Nov2001, Vol. 35 Issue 11, p30. 4p. 1 Color Photograph, 2 Diagrams.
Subject Terms: Switching systems (Telecommunication), Optical communications
Abstract: Examines debate over whether optical-electrical-optical switches or photonic switches are better positioned to meet the capacity needs of carriers. Core switch's ability to scale; Ciena's utilization of photonic switching technology to convert the CoreDirector into a hybrid switch.
Database: Education Research Complete
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Abstract:Examines debate over whether optical-electrical-optical switches or photonic switches are better positioned to meet the capacity needs of carriers. Core switch's ability to scale; Ciena's utilization of photonic switching technology to convert the CoreDirector into a hybrid switch.
ISSN:1534956X