"Architecture and Protocols for High-Speed Networks" is a technical book that addresses the challenges and techniques involved in building networks for the transmission of multimedia data streams in high-speed networks. Given the increasing importance of continuous media streams in modern applications, it is crucial that these are transmitted with guaranteed performance. The book comprehensively covers the necessary protocols and architectures required to support peer-to-multipeer communication, emphasizing the significance of resource reservations and multicast support. With contributions from leading experts in the field, this work provides the latest research findings and is an essential reference for professionals, engineers, and researchers working in the area of high-speed networks.