October 2010 Vol. 8 No. 10

Special Feature: NGN Focus

• NTT Group’s Approach to Digital Signage

  

  Abstract
  Network-based digital signage via the Next Generation Network (NGN) is not just a means of providing a new type of information-display terminal—its spread throughout society will make it a next-generation social infrastructure for providing information and creating value. This article introduces the technologies that will be needed to construct this new social infrastructure.

• Expansion of Home ICT

  

  Abstract
  As broadband networks spread to an ever increasing number of households, there are growing expectations for Home ICT as a means of using a wide variety of devices connected to a home network and making daily life more secure and convenient. NTT is undertaking the strategic development of Home ICT as a new pillar of business growth.

Global Standardization Activities

• Activities of i3 Forum Related to Specifications for Implementing IP Interconnection

  

  Abstract
  This article introduces the i3 Forum’s activities related to defining unique specifications for implementing Internet protocol (IP) interconnection between operators’ networks, especially for voice service.

Practical Field Information about Telecommunication Technologies

• Countermeasures to Lightning Backflow Current in Telecommunication Cables

  

  Abstract
  This article describes countermeasures to the lightning backflow current induced in telecommunication cables by direct lightning strikes on various structures and facilities. It is the first in a new bimonthly series on the theme of practical field information about telecommunication technologies. This month’s contribution is from the EMC Engineering Group, Technical Assistance and Support Center, Maintenance and Service Operations Department, Network Business Headquarters.

External Awards/Papers Published in Technical Journals and Conferences Proceedings

• External Awards/Papers Published in Technical Journals and Conferences Proceedings