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Seminar - An Overview of Communications Technologies

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                                     Role of ATM in the Enterprises Networks                                  

                                    Low Overheads

                                    Multi-logical Channels on one Physical Channel

                                    Reduced Processing in the Network

                                    Low Capital Investment and Maintenance

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ATM is the first technology which allows enterprises to consolidate all their legacy, current and future applications on one platform without worrying about their network equipment becoming obsolete before yielding a favorable return.

Low Overheads - The ratio of protocol overheads to information transmitted is low which translates into an efficient networking system.

Single Network Access - An end-user can communicate with multiple location with one access line to the network.

Reduction in Network Delays - Enterprises can now transmit multimedia information on a single network.

Technical Longevity - ATM has been designed to support potential future applications. Support staff has to look after only one technology.