An analysis of the performance of TCP over IEEE 1394 home networks

The robustness of TCP has contributed to its success in the Internet environment. The role of communications is already well-established in the office environment. With the advent of cheap, affordable broadband communications and the increasing complexity of consumer goods, it seems natural to extend the network into homes. In-home networking means a high-speed communication among the digital appliances within a home. Introduction of applications over high-speed home networks using the TCP/IP protocol is increasing. The integrated environment of Internet and home network is demanding as well. We have validated a TCP model over a high-speed home network environment, investigated the throughput behavior of TCP over IEEE 1394 home networks, and evaluated a potential solution for high performance of TCP over IEEE 1394 home networks. The simulation model has produced several interesting results in the performance of TCP over IEEE 1394 home networks