Abstract

In today’s networks, enterprisers are looking forward to converge their existing SONET/ SDH, wireless & wireline networks to leverage the benefits of a cost effective, revenue generating solution. The solution providers are looking at providing more and more converged solutions to the market. The demand and need for Triple Play has lead to the convergence of legacy networks carrying traditional data applications with new IP, wireless networks carrying real-time voice and video applications. Hence the need and demand for an advanced network management solution to be able to handle the various complexities of a converged network is increasing. The ability to provide a single window view of the network and the ability to do OA&M on the network is very much sought after by enterprisers.

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