Abstract
This chapter begins with a review of the growth of voice and data communications throughout Europe, North America, and Japan. Future GSM services and enhancements are discussed, together with existing and emerging radio technologies such as DECT, HIPERLAN, and UMTS. To support future broadband services, both wireless Ethernet and wireless ATM technology are considered, and the ATM vs 1P debate is covered. The chapter ends with an overview of the UMTS concept and a glimpse of the multimedia capabilities offered by Europe's third-generation networks. The whole idea of third-generation systems revolves around the provision of mobile multimedia. Supported by telecommunications operators, equipment manufacturers, service providers, research institutes, universities, and leading-edge users, a number of EU-funded R&D projects have proved to be instrumental in the development of third-generation systems. The participation of representative users reflects the policy that R&D must be demand driven to ensure that the developed technologies, services, and applications are responsive to market requirements.
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