This paper provides an overview of dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) networks, including the principles and the current technologies. A discussion on the DWDM switching/routing issues and the possible solutions is followed after the overview. An analysis on the system requirements for all optical DWDM integrated services networks is then presented
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Electrical and Computer Engineering, 2000 Canadian Conference on
(Volume:2
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Date of Conference: 2000