Description

Carrier Ethernet services, as defined in this study, include all layer 2 services sold under various names- transparent or native LAN, metro Ethernet, Ethernet private line (EPL), Ethernet virtual private line (EVPL), Ethernet access, and virtual private LAN service (VPLS). The study analyzes market drivers, restraints and market trends for carrier Ethernet services. Market forecasts for the period 2006-2014 are provided for metro and long haul market, for different services under each of these segments, and for different ports speeds sold in the wholesale carrier Ethernet services market. A brief info on pricing trends is also included in the research.