This work identifies some quality of service parameters / criteria to all optical networks. Starting with some definitions and the importance of quality in telecommunication the relationship between customer and supplier is analyzed. Next, the optical networks are studied. By using a technical vision, the main factors concerning quality are presented. The multiple access technology is introduced and WDM cases are more deeply studied, nor only by the great conformance with the quality aspects and all optical networks philosophy, but also for its match with the high speed networks and Terabit Offices implementation. The wavelength assignment and the routing problem are presented as they are the main point of this work. An algorithm is developed and a simulation is carried out considering the network management aspects. Due to the economical e technological importance of the subject, future trends are also presented.