Intimate knowledge of modern connection-oriented networks is essential to understand current conditions and near-future network. This book provides a complete picture of the connection-oriented networks, discussing both packet-switched and circuit-switched network, which although looks different, the principles of common stock network. There are including coverage of SONET / SDH, ATM networks, Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS), optical networking, network access and voice over ATM and MPLS. Connection-oriented Network: * Provides in-depth, systematic coverage of several connection-oriented network of a single volume * Explains topics such as Generic Framing Procedure, Label Distribution Protocols, Wavelength Routing Optical Networks, Optical Burst Switching, and Network Access details * Illustrates all concepts with problems and simulation projects to test and deepen your understanding * Includes a site for the manual and complete solution of PowerPoint presentations for each chapter Senior undergraduate and graduate students in telecommunication and networking courses, as well as network engineers, will find a comprehensive guide to connection-oriented packet-switched and circuit-switched networks useful for their training.