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[RPRWG] Why is RPR better as layer 2 technology than ATM




I would like to see a summary of the capabilities that makes RPR a
better choice than ATM for layer 2...

I have listed the issues I believe is advantageous in the RPR
technology compared to ATM:

1. No signaling is required to set up a connection in a RPR network
(assignment of VCI and VPI identifiers in an ATM network).

2. Reuse of IPs interface to Ethernet/802.

3. Reuse of different Ethernet PHYs. Although this seems more like an
issue for completing the standard within the given time-line without
having to spend the time and money required to develop a new PHY. It
isn't possible for a RPR station to talk to an Ethernet station
without using some type of bridge/router station.

4. Layer 2 protection.

5. Spatial Reuse.

Best Regards
Fredrik 
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Fredrik Davik

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