The cable modem traffic jam

Article Abstract:

Broadband Internet access via cable modems are encountering traffic jams. Rapid acceptance of cable broadband services by consumers is cited as the main reason, but several specific bottleneck-causing circumstances are also identified. For example, a traffic jam can occur if a website is popular and is overwhelmed by too many users. A new technical standard called Docsis will be helpful. It provides various capabilities including quality of service (QoS), for prioritizing transmissions.

Telephone and telegraph apparatus, Modems, 301-1200 bps, Printed Circuit Assembly (Electronic Assembly) Manufacturing, Cable Television Systems, Cable Networks, Cable and other pay TV services, Usage, Internet services, Industry trend, Cable modem, Cable modems, Cable television broadcasting industry, Cable television, Cable television/data services, Broadband, Broadband Internet

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Inside the set-top box

Article Abstract:

The set-top box, which is a supplemental piece of television equipment, can be of utility in mitigating tuning problems and in providing interactive electronics facility to television receivers or videocassette recorders. However, opinion is divided in the television industry on its potential utility value.

Innovations, Equipment and supplies, Television equipment industry, Interactive television

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A venture capitalist's view of engineers

Article Abstract:

The popular notion that greedy venture capitalists (VC) routinely take advantage of entrepreneurs and engineers is erroneous. In fact, VCs and engineers need each other, and equitable cooperation between them is the best way for both to succeed.

Engineering Services, Engineering & Architectural Services, Engineers, Management, Column, Management issue, Venture capital companies, Electrical engineering, Entrepreneurship

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