Support for RSVP-based Services over ATM networks

     Alex Birmany, Victor Firoiu, Roch Guerin, Dilip Kandlur


                         ABSTRACT


In this paper we focus on RSVP-based resource reservations in a
heterogeneous environment which includes ATM networks.  We describe a
method for establishing shortcuts for the data flow through an ATM
network which avoids the performance penalty associated with layer 3
processing in the classical IP over ATM approach. For the guaranteed
and controlled-load types of services we show how to map the RSVP flow
characteristics to ATM call parameters, and thus enable end-to-end
quality of service. Finally, we discuss some concerns which have been
raised regarding the use of RSVP in establishing shortcuts.