The debates continue: Is it better to simply built out the network with an over-supply of bandwidth or invest in delivery systems that enable IP QoS via DiffServ and related standards. In this new era of DWDM and "lambda routers", some service providers have chosen to focus on maximizing raw bandwidth for re-sale. But for others further up the services pyramid, IP-based QoS remains the key to profitable new service delivery and satisfied customers. This article will explore the latest twists in this debate in light of the new technologies available for both the core and the edge of the Internet and private shared IP networks today.
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