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INTRODUCTION
Fast Ethernet Technology
The growing importance of LANs and the increasing complexity of
desktop computing applications are fueling the need for high performance
networks. A number of high-speed LAN technologies have been proposed
to provide greater bandwidth and improve client/server response times.
Among them, 100BASE-TX (Fast Ethernet) provides a non-disruptive,
smooth evolution from the current 10BASE-T technology.
100Mbps Fast Ethernet is a standard specified by the IEEE 802.3 LAN
committee. It is an extension of the 10Mbps Ethernet standard with the
ability to transmit and receive data at 100Mbps, while maintaining the
CSMA/CD Ethernet protocol. Since the 100Mbps Fast Ethernet is
compatible with all other 10Mbps Ethernet environments, it provides a
straightforward upgrade and takes advantage of the existing investment
in hardware, software, and personnel training.
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