This assignment requires you to research into recent advances in ‘Broadband' ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line) Technology and submit a written report on your findings.
Problems
1. Explain the operation of practical LAN and WAN protocols and systems commonly used in networks and inter-networks
2. Apply knowledge of network protocols to new communications systems
Report inhibits
Standard ADSL operation - DMT/CAP technology, bandwidths, modulation techniques, etc.
The process of converting to ADSL - what hardware is needed at both ends
Developments in ADSL: ADSL2+ and the need to ‘unbundle'.
Brief statistics on worldwide ADSL usage over the last 5 years
A review of UK ADSL providers. Typical costs/bandwidths/availability
Competing Technologies - Mobile/Wireless
Conclusion
Presentation