In addition, frame relay technology has reached a point where the services and features important to U.S. network managers are becoming available in other parts of the world. Such moves should encourage more international links from U.S. sites. In addition, SVCs are becoming available overseas from carriers such as Telefonica in Spain. SVCs represent an easier transition from long-used X.25 to frame relay than PVCs do because of their switched nature. The same service level guarantees and customer and network support is becoming available, as well as integrated domestic and international billing.
Network managers have a better handle on exactly what they are getting.
This enables customers to streamline access equipment and circuits in the parts of the world where they have the most to save. Steven Taylor , consultant and broadband packet evangelist, and Joanie Wexler, an independent networking technology editor and writer, team up to bring you this analysis and commentary. Taylor specializes in education and market analysis, and Wexler adds incisive reporting and research. Feedback and additional topic ideas are welcome. Inc. All rights reserved.