Chapter 3

Class-of-Service Requirements for Quad-Play Networks

3.1 Overview

The previous chapter focused on the building blocks for a QoS framework and the various tools available on Cisco software that are the enablers for building a DiffServ QoS model on IP next-generation networks. This chapter presents information on putting together the various building blocks to achieve a comprehensive framework to accommodate the requirements of the various applications within the Quad-Play suite, which includes voice, video, data, and mobility applications. This chapter starts by providing insight into possible options and methods for grouping enterprise applications into SP classes as per best practices and offers a deep dive into the requirements and ...

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