Title :
Realization of the next-generation network
Author :
Lee, Chae-Sub ; Knight, Dick
Abstract :
This article provides some insight into the history, definition, requirements, and future trends of next-generation network standards. It concentrates on a high-level overview to provide a strategic direction of standards toward a complete NGN providing fixed-mobile convergence, telebroadcasting, and all aspects of 21st century communications.
Keywords :
mobile radio; telecommunication networks; telecommunication standards; fixed mobile convergence; next-generation network standards; telebroadcasting; Communication standards; Communication system control; Convergence; History; Mobile communication; Next generation networking; Quality of service; Standardization; Streaming media; Telecommunication services;
Journal_Title :
Communications Magazine, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MCOM.2005.1522122
