Status Report on Local Network Technology

摘要

The principles, terms and basic technology behind local networks are presented. Alternative forms of local network media are discussed, such as digital PBX and Broadband. Broadband's unique potential and problems are presented. An overview of the ISO Reference Model for Open Systems Interconnection is given, along with its relationship to local network systems. Finally, the current status of IEEE Project 802, for Local Network Standards, is presented and discussed. (ERA citation 07:055940)