Implementing ADSL

From service architecture to applications, standards to business case, Implementing ADSL delivers a complete, up-to-date overview of what it takes to deploy ADSL. Written by a leading authority on ADSL, this book will be equally valuable for decision-makers and implementers in both service provider and enterprise IT organizations.

The author begins with a detailed look at the business drivers and financial models associated with ADSL implementation. Learn how to estimate ADSL service demand, revenue, capital, and ongoing expenses over the short and long-term; then review the current status of ADSL, G.Lite, and other xDSL technologies, cable modems, and other alternatives.

This book introduces the ADSL service architecture, outlining an end-to-end service model from the physical layer to the network layer, and addressing crucial issues such as Quality of Service (QoS), security, and IP multicasting. Understand ADSL's physical infrastructure, including splitters and other premises equipment; DSLAMs and other central office equipment; aggregation, access, and core networks; digital loop carriers; gateways; caching solutions; and other key elements.

Next, Ginsburg reviews a wide range of ADSL services, including end-to-end ATM virtual circuits, PPP connections, bridging, routing, voice, video, and portals.

You'll find seven detailed implementation scenarios, complete with diagrams and configuration listings based on actual deployments:

• Residential and corporate Internet access
  
• Telecommuting
  
• Portals and media distribution
  
• Internet wholesaling
  
• Corporate intranets and extranets
  
• Voice over IP
  
• Video streaming