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Optical Keyhole is currently carrying a two part discussion on network evolution, between AboveNet, and Nokia Siemens (News - Alert) Networks.

 

In the discussion, Pathmal Gunawardana, head of Optical Networks for NSN North America and Rajiv Datta of AboveNet talk about the 40G market and evolution to 100G, from a vendor and service provider perspective, covering the economic issues, installed base and customer requirements.

 

The second part of the discussion focuses on some of the technical issues, the importance of network management, vendor interoperability and professional services, and the need for a trusted partner.

 

Also recently issued is a three part discussion on Carrier Ethernet, between Verizon, Extreme Networks (News - Alert) and Tejas Networks.

 

From a supplier and service provider perspective, executives from the three companies take on the issues involved in the transition to Carrier Ethernet.

 

Continuing on the theme of multi-vendor interoperability initially, the second part covers the costs involved in implementing Ethernet services before considering a number of mission-critical issues.

 

Finally, the discussion returns to some of the economic issues of implementing Carrier Ethernet, and touches on the subjects of power, management tools, standards co-ordination and benefits to the end-user.

 

Optical Keyhole carries an exhaustive range of interviews from the telecommunications sector, over 312 different videos, covering presentations and facility tours, as well as CEO interviews, 60,000 different articles, in a fully searchable database, and 4000 editorials and commentaries. In addition, the website carries a host of directories covering all aspects of both present as well as past companies, with particular emphasis on the optical segment, and encompassing nearly 2000 different companies.

 

Attend the free webinar titled “Extend the Life of Your Nortel Products,” on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2010, 3:00 p.m. ET, 12:00 p.m. PT. The presenters are Pat Kelly, CEO of OnState Communications and Patrick Barnard, Senior Web Editor of TMC (News - Alert).

 

You should attend this webinar if you are worried about how Nortel’s acquisition by Avaya will affect your business communications? With what has transpired and the vagueness of the direction forward, it is understandable that you may question the value of your investment in Nortel (News - Alert) communications equipment.