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DQDB: Distributed Queue Dual Bus

Distributed Queue Dual Bus (DQDB) is a Data-link layer communication protocol for Metropolitan Area Networks (MANs), specified in the IEEE 802.6 standard and designed for use in MANs. DQDB is designed for data as well as voice and video transmission and is based on cell switching technology (similar to ATM). DQDB, which permits multiple systems to interconnect using two unidirectional logical buses, is an open standard that is designed for compatibility with carrier transmission standards such as SMDS.

Standard Organization

IEEE

Related Document

IEEE 802.6