A book that bridges the gap between the community network and Grid experts. Grid Networks describes the convergence of advanced networking technologies and Grid technologies, with particular focus on their symbiotic relationship and the resulting new opportunities. Grid technology is applicable to many implementations, Computational Grids, Data Grids, Service Grids, and Instrumentation Grids. These topics will enable network experts to design the best network in accordance with Grid requirements, while Grid experts will learn how to effectively utilize network resources. Grid Networks: Enabling Grids with Advanced Communication Technology: Bridge the gap between the community network and Grid experts. Architecture discusses the basic concepts and directions related to the integration of Grid and networking technologies, especially the lifting of network resources to first class entities within Grid environment. Details new directions in network technology for the Grid, including Network Infrastructure & Management, Service Provision, High Performance Data Transport, Performance Monitoring, Reliability, and Network-Assisted Service Frameworks.