The IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS): Session Control and Other Network Operations (NETWORKING & COMM - OMG) - Hardcover

Russell, Travis

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0071488537 ISBN 13: 9780071488532

Publisher: McGraw Hill, 2008

Synopsis

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Build and maintain a converged multimedia network environment

Seamlessly merge the Internet with cellular and wireless networks using next-generation IMS technology and the comprehensive information contained in this authoritative resource. The IP Multimedia Subsystem: Session Control and Other Network Operations details the steps necessary to deliver Web-based content, VoIP, streaming multimedia, conference calls, and text messages across one integrated network. Learn how to transition to IMS architecture, communicate with legacy networks, control sessions using SIP, and connect subscribers to network services. In-depth coverage of the latest IMS security, business intelligence, customer care, and billing procedures is also included.

• Migrate legacy networks to IMS-based technology
• Use the Proxy, Interrogating, and Serving Call Session Control Functions
• Interface with TDM-based, wireless, wireline, and VoIP networks
• Handle private and public user identities, domain names, and URLs
• Establish SIP sessions and connect subscribers to network services
• Deploy reliable network, access, and user-level security
• Prevent eavesdropping, DoS, message tampering, and amplification exploits
• Track services rendered and charge subscribers using DIAMETER and CDRs

About this title

About the Author:

Travis Russell is Regional Sales Manager of the Network Switching Division at Tekelec in North Carolina. He has been a field engineer in the telecommunications business for over 20 years, and lectures on basic telecommunications at area colleges and universities, as well as industry seminars. He is the author of Telecommunications Protocols, Signaling System #7, and the co-author of CDPD: Cellular Digital Packet Data Standards and Technology, all published by McGraw-Hill.

Synopsis:

This is a hands-on implementation guide to the revolutionary, next-generation communications solution. This desktop reference is a practical guide to IMS, the network that supports streaming multimedia, conference calls, text messages, and Internet services on cell phones, PDAs, and other handheld devices. You will learn how to establish IMS sessions, deliver content, ensure reliable connections, and secure transmissions.

About this edition

• Publisher: McGraw Hill
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0071488537
• ISBN 13: 9780071488532
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 224