Real-time communication protocols: an overview
F.T.Y. Hanssen, Pierre G. Jansen · University of Twente Research Information · 2003
This paper describes several existing data link layer protocols that provide real-time capabilities on wired networks, focusing on token-ring and Carrier Sense Multiple Access based networks. Existing modifications to provide better real-time capabilities and performance are also described. Finally the pros and cons regarding the At-Home Anywhere project are discussed.