Datasheet

Emerging WAN Technologies

increased bandwidth availability (1 Gb/s; some

sources currently list GigaMAN bandwidth capabilities

at 10 Gb/s).

Due to its branch-to-region operation, this type of

technology is well-suited to companies with many

branches, such as with educational systems.

Disadvantages

Currently limited to regional and branch use, as

service providers are working to expand the distance

limitations. Under current standards, GigaMAN is able

to run up to 180 miles, end-to-end with the use of

repeaters.

Associated Costs

Increased Point-to-Point leasing associated costs,

depending on bandwidth usage and Telco plan, but

this is relative considering the trade-off of more

bandwidth and security options availability.

Identify elements of the model that map to IT-related content:

 WAN technologies

 Circuit-switched WANs

 Packet-switched WANs

 Leased-line connections

 Point-to-Point connections