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ATM: Asynchronous Transfer Mode

The Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) comprises a protocol suite under the ATM reference model, which establishes a mechanism to carry all traffic on a stream of fixed 53-byte packets (cells). A fixed-size packet can ensure that the switching and multiplexing function is carried out quickly and easily. ATM is a connection-oriented technology; i.e. two systems on the network should inform all intermediate switches about their service requirements and traffic parameters in order to establish communication.

Standard Organization

ATM Forum and ITU-T

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