Introduction Existing Network Infrastructure and convergence towards the

NGN NGN: Definition and Architecture NGN and Protocols NGN Services
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Today, telephony, the Internet, and the cellular mobile networks continue to be
different domains, each has its own protocols and services. NGN will be the
foundation for the creation of a new range of multimedia applications that takes full
advantage of the characteristics of the broadband network and the always on
capability. aqbutt, University Of Gujrat Pakistan 2/5/2013 3
The general idea behind the NGN is that one network transports all type of data
and provide services (voice, data, and all sorts of media such as video) by
encapsulating these into packets, similar to those used on the Internet. NGNs are
commonly built around the Internet Protocol (IP), and therefore the term all IP is also
sometimes used to describe the transformation toward NGN. aqbutt, University Of
Gujrat Pakistan 2/5/2013 4
A next-generation network (NGN) is a packet-based network which can provide
services including Telecommunication Services and able to make use of multiple
broadband, quality of Service-enabled transport technologies and in which servicerelated functions are independent from underlying transport-related technologies. It
offers unrestricted access by users to different service providers. It supports
generalized mobility which will allow consistent and unrestricted provision(access)
of services to users. aqbutt, University Of Gujrat Pakistan 2/5/2013 5
NGN is a concept for defining and deploying networks, which, due to their formal
separation into different layers and planes and use of open interfaces, offers service
providers and operators a platform which can evolve in a step by step manner to
create, deploy and manage innovative services. aqbutt, University Of Gujrat
Pakistan 2/5/2013 6
Todays network is divided into: The Public Switched Telephone Network, The
packet Switched Networks(e.g. the Internet) and The Mobile
networks.Convergence is the process of interconnection of traditional switched
circuit networks (the PSTN and mobile networks) and packet-switched networks
based on the Internet Protocol (IP) for routing. aqbutt, University Of Gujrat 2/5/2013
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A basic architecture was defined comprising Network Elements needed for the
provision of traditional Telephony services. Each element has distinct roles within
the network and is designed to integrate horizontally with other elements in the
same layer, as well as vertically with the function-based elements of the other
layers. The Next Generation Networks architecture is based on four layers: Access
layer, Core layer, Control layer and Service layer. aqbutt, University Of Gujrat
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1-Access layer elements includes different Media Gateways that support connection
to and from the access network with the core network.2-Core layer is the network
handling converged services based on IP.3-Control layer is the call server that
provides call control functions and also provides the control of the Media Gateway.4Service layer is an IT platform that plays the role of an IN-SCE (Intelligent Network
Service Creation Environment) extending their functionality in order to cover the
new network scenarios aqbutt, University Of Gujrat Pakistan 2/5/2013 9
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Next Generation Networks require new protocols to support converged
networks. Requirements Support for legacy PSTN interworking, Migration Plan
from legacy to NGN, High availability, Lifeline services and Scalability With so
many protocols, which one to choose? H.323,SIP(Session Initiation Protocol),
MGCP(Media Gateway Control Protocol), SIGTRAN aqbutt, University Of Gujrat
Pakistan 2/5/2013 11
Source: ITU/BDT NGN Network Architecture aqbutt, University Of Gujrat Pakistan
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Access Gateway -Allows the connection of Subscriber to the packet network.
-convert the traffic flow of analogue signal to packet network Trunking Gateway Allows interworking between TDM telephony network to packet-based network.
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Softswitch - Referred to as Call Agent or Media Gateway Controller (MGC)
provides the service delivery control within the network via H.248 protocol, sip
protocol - Performs signaling gateway functionality for interworking with PSTN N7
signaling network. - Provides connection to Intelligent Network or Applications
Server (AS) to offer another services aqbutt, University Of Gujrat Pakistan 2/5/2013
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Applications Server (AS) - Support service execution, e.g. to control call server
and NGN special resources (e.g. media server, message server) via these protocol:
H.248, SIP, SS7, ENUM, MPLS, BGP etc. aqbutt, University Of Gujrat Pakistan
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Several services that will be important drivers in the NGN environment are:1-Voice
Telephony: Call Waiting, Call Forwarding, 3-Way Calling2-Voice Portal: Provide callers
with anywhere, anytime access to information like news, weather, stock quotes, and
account balances using simple voice commands and any telephone,..3-Data
services: bandwidth-on-demand, connection reliability. aqbutt, University Of Gujrat
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4-Multimedia services: This allows customers to converse with each other while
displaying visual information.5-Virtual Private Networks: allow large, geographically

dispersed organizations to combine their existing private networks with portions of

the PSTN, thus providing subscribers with uniform dialing capabilities.6-Public
Network Computing: Provides public network- based computing services for
businesses and consumers. aqbutt, University Of Gujrat Pakistan 2/5/2013 17
7-Unified Messaging: Supports the delivery of voice mail, email, fax mail, and pages
through common interfaces.8-E-Commerce: Allows consumers to purchase goods
and services electronically over the network.9-Call Center Services: A subscriber
could place a call to a call center agent by clicking on a Web page.10-Interactive
gaming: Offers consumers a way to meet online and establish interactive gaming
sessions.11-Home Manager: These services could monitor and control home
security systems, energy systems, home entertainment systems, and other home
appliances. aqbutt, University Of Gujrat Pakistan 2/5/2013 18
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Next generation networks are not just a PSTN replacement but at a minimum
they must provide the equivalent voice quality and reliability of todays PSTN. The
NGN will be the foundation for the creation of a new range of multimedia
applications that take full advantage of the characteristics of the broadband
network and the always on capability. aqbutt, University Of Gujrat Pakistan
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The creation of the NGN is no overnight transformation, but it is an evolution that
is already underway and gathering pace. The NGN is the shift from separate
application-specific networks to a single network capable of carrying any and all
services.