crypto on sonet is free, Tyler

At 03:15 PM 6/8/04 -0400, Tyler Durden wrote:

Well, it's interesting to consider how/if that might be possible. SONET

scrambles the payload prior to transmission..adding an additional crypto layer prior to transmission would mean changing the line rate, so probably a no-no.

Tyler, one can implement crypto at *arbitrary* line rates though the use of multiple hardware engines and the right "mode" of operation. If you don't use crypto you are broadcasting, as well as accepting anything from anyone as authentic. Its that simple. Caveat receiver. --- Impeach or frag.