Survey on performance analysis of embedded and conventional networks

End to end cross-domain network communications (personal area network to a local area network, etc.) can be achieved in different ways. This does not necessary mean it is done efficiently. We believe that the interconnection end to end performance depends on factors such as framing, encapsulation, MAC layer protocols, transmission channel and queuing disciplines. This survey presents the main research works on these factors considering two scenarios: i) isolated domain communication and ii) interconnected domain communication (heterogeneous networks). Cross layer design is then presented as a key player to obtain optimum end to end performance. Open research questions in this matter are finally discussed along with possible solutions considering all factors as a whole within the performance model.