Converged Networks and Services

Convergence of the Internet and the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) makes possible a wide range of new telecommunications services. Written by the industry leaders at Bell Laboratories, this book puts the future of convergence in perspective and helps you make decisions that leverage its power. The authors describe the network infrastructure, then explain how the PSTN and Internet are being modified to work with each other. They also define and explore three aspects of the convergence: 1) interworking with VoIP, 2) IP-based service control, and 3) remote access to IP networks. With this book, youŽll get an insiderŽs perspective of key technologies, an in-depth review of the relevant standards, and a detailed survey of emerging applications and products.YouŽll also learn how to determine which products and services are right for your organization. Wiley Networking Council Books put technology into perspective for decision-makers who need an implementation strategy, a vendor and outsourcing strategy, and a product and design strategy. The Council of series advisors is composed of three of the the most influential leaders of the networking community.

Table of Contents

• BACKGROUND AND EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES.
• A Context for Convergence.
• Adjusting the PSTN to the Internet.
• Adjusting the Internet to PSTN.
• STANDARDS.
• ISDN, SS No. 7, IN and CTI.
• IP-Telephony-Related Standards.
• Messaging, Directory, and Network Management Standards.
• Remote-Access-Related Standards.
• CHOOSING PRODUCTS AND SERVICES.
• Identifying Your Environments.
• Identifying Your Applications.
• PSTN/Internet Interworking Products.
• Choosing the Right Product for Your Applications.
• CONCLUSION AND REFERENCE MATERIAL.
• The Technology is Relevant.
• Acronym List.
• Bibliography.
• Index.