Fixed Mobile Convergence

Publisher''s Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.A Practical Guide to the Business and Technology of Fixed Mobile ConvergenceWritten by telecommunications experts, Fixed Mobile Convergence explains how to consolidate fixed, mobile, wireless, and wireline networks into a seamless environment enabling a uniform converged communication experience. You will learn how to create FMC-based networks, services, and solutions; support advanced technologies such as Voice over Wi-Fi; and converge them with legacy networks. You''ll also discover how to develop a phased strategy for effective rollout of FMC multi-mode devices and services, with reliable security and quality of service. The book includes details on integrating next-generation technologies such as near field communication, Bluetooth PAN, WiMax, presence, and unified messaging to create a seamless mobility ecosystem.Seamlessly converge fixed, mobile, wireless, and wireline networksUnderstand the "Four Cs" of FMC-cost, coverage, capacity, and convenienceUnderstand the technology behind FMC components: fixed, mobile, and convergenceOvercome converged network deployment and proliferation barriersConform to IETF, 3GPP, and other relevant standards for FMCOffer uniform access-independent voice, data, instant communications, and unified messaging services across legacy fixed and mobile networksDesign and launch scalable FMC solutions using IMS, UMA/GAN, femtocells, VoWi-Fi, VCC, and other enablersAdd LBS, presence, M-to-M, and other advanced services