In the following, we discuss how the PSTN and IP network convergence can be performed. In this respect the different adaptation layers and protocol structures as described in Chap. 5 can be used. However, the question is which of them should be selected? Furthermore, regarding MGCs and IPSPs, should they be traditional centralized switches or distributed systems within the IP domain? The answer to these questions depends on the specific application envisaged, up to which degree the SS 7 network reliability and performance requirements should be provided as well as which degree of flexibility a network operator would like to have.
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Rufa, G. (2008). Migration to an IP-Based Network. In: Developments in Telecommunications. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-74986-8_14
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