MetroNet: An Overview of a CATV Reqional Data Network (1982)
By R. P. McNamara, Sytek, Incorporated & P.E. Morse, Jerrold Division, General Instruments
MetroNet is a low cost, high performance data communications network which is based on a synergistic combination of broadband analog, digital and packet switching communication technologies. MetroNet is seen as a means of providing a cost effective, data communications link to the small business and residential consumer market over currently deployed cable systems.
A description of the marketing and network communication requirements for MetroNet, along with general architectural considerations - both hardware and software, are discussed.
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