Introduction

MPLS technology first emerged within the networking industry for IP core networks primarily as a mechanism to provide VPN services and traffic engineering capabilities. MPLS is now being extended toward the Metro-Ethernet/optical and access-network segments to extend the benefits realized in the core and provide a true end-to-end architecture for the delivery of packet data services.

The goal of this book is to familiarize readers with MPLS technologies and their configurations. The book provides a practical hands-on approach to MPLS-related technologies.