A Methodology for Modeling, Performance Analysis, and Control of ATM Networks with Multi-Media Traffic

Abstract

In this paper we review recent advances in developing a methodology for traffic modeling, performance evaluation, and control of ATM networks that can be used to support several aspects of Task 4.3 of the ATIRP project. Our methodology includes model matching and validation for multi-media traffic, analytical approximation techniques for time-efficient and accurate evaluation of end-to-end as well as intermediate node performance measures of multi-hop networks, and optimization of control (resource allocation) schemes.