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Chapter 1. Introduction
Benefits of Switching
Ethernet switching technology has dramatically boosted
the total bandwidth of a network. It puts configuration
flexibility and bandwidth adaptability into the local
workgroups where the majority of work is generated.
It further eliminates congestion problems inherent to the
CSMA/CD protocol and improves predictable response
time under heavy network loads. Expensive routing
equipment was used in the past to reduce the congestion
under heavy loads.
The new wave of object-oriented client and server
applications demands higher bandwidth and tighter
integration of client work stations with servers. The old
shared-access Ethernet technology provides neither
enough bandwidth nor predictable response time for this
new wave of workgroup computing.
Fast Ethernet switching not only satisfies both technical
and business requirements, but also preserves the user ' s
existing investment in the huge 10BASE-T Ethernet
installed base.
This compatibility ensures a path for users to add, change,
and migrate to Fast Ethernet as demands emerge. It also
provides a low cost and flexible bandwidth solution directly
to local workgroups where the majority of work is
generated, reducing the need for expensive network
equipment.
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