Elastic optical networking: An operators perspective

Although there is perhaps an acceptance that EON has benefits, there is a debate about whether a full flexgrid implementation is required to achieve those benefits. Current industry debate addressed in this paper relates to when is the most appropriate time for carriers to: (a) install flexgrid ready components, and (b) enable them and start using the technology.

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