Testing Next Generation Core Router Performance
Investment in core routers is on the rise. According to Dell 'Oro Research, the market for high-end 10G routers was $260 million in the second quarter of 2004, increasing by 13% quarter over quarter, with Cisco, Juniper and Avici all posting strong revenue increases in the 10 Gbpsrouters segment. These positive signs of growth indicate that Carriers are not being complacent with their current core network infrastructure
and are being very proactive for the next generation of IP/MPLS. A recent Infonetics report1identified a strong trend to migrate to IP/MPLS, with 90% of service provider respondents planning to increase expenditures for network-based IP services, and 81% for IP/MPLS networks. It appears the time is finally here for a new upgrade cycle that can equip the core with the scalability and reliability required to deliver voice,video and data services, on demand, over a converged network infrastructure.
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