IP Communications and Services for NGN

Rapid deployment and acceptance of broadband networks, including the 802.11 a/b/g, 3G cellular networks, WiMAX, and emerging 4G cellular IP networks, have sparked a growing reliance on voice over IP and the quickly emerging IP TV and Mobile TV. Providing the necessary background and technical understanding to stay abreast of and even ahead of the IP trend, IP Communications and Services for NGN explores IP development for the delivery of next generation mobile services.

Packed with detailed illustrations, this cutting-edge reference examines the primary IP protocols (IPv4 and IPv6), real-time protocols, and three major IP services (VoIP, IPTV, and Mobile TV). It clearly explains the different architectures of fixed, mobile, and wireless networks along with the major advantages and disadvantages of each. It includes coverage of the latest in:

• The VoIP Market



• SCTP and Vertical Handoff



• RSVP: Resource Reservation Protocol



• MPLS: MultiProtocol Label Switching



• SIP: Session Initiation Protocol



• IMS: IP Multimedia Subsystem



• RTSP: Real-Time Streaming Protocol



• RTP: Real-Time Transport Protocol



• IPTV System Architectures and IPTV System Descriptions

With a detailed listing of commonly used acronyms, along with a clear description of the role IP is likely to play in the development of next generation mobile services, this book provides educators, industry practitioners, regulators, and subscribers with the ideal starting point for developing the understanding required to deploy, train, and use IP services effectively and efficiently.

Access Networks. WiMAX: Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access. SCTP and Vertical Handoff. Mobility. IPv6. RSVP: Resource Reservation Protocol. MPLS: MultiProtocol Label Switching. QoS: Quality-of-Service. SIP: Session Initiation Protocol. SIP Security. SIP Quality-of-Service Performance. Softswitch. IMS: IP Multimedia Subsystem. Real-Time Protocols. RTCP: Real-Time Control Protocol. RTSP: Real-Time Streaming Protocol. VoIP: Voice over Internet Protocol. The VoIP Market. IPTV: Internet Protocol Television. Index. Each chapter includes a Summary, Practice Set: Review, Questions, Exercises, and References.

Dr. Johnson Ihyeh Agbinya,ALCATEL Professor of Telecommunication (Content Development), French South African Technical Institute In Electronics (F'SATIE), Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria.Dr. Agbinya is a highly experienced engineer with more than 30 years of development and teaching experience. His vast amount of experience includes work in Signal Processing, Information Communication networks, Real-time communications protocols and services, Satellite and Radar Communications, Broadband communications, 3G, 4G, CDMA/GSM, WiMAX and UWB communications, Computer Programming and Software Engineering for commercial applications, PC Assembly, and Integrated Circuits Development.