Trans-European Telecommunication Networks

Examining the nature of telecommunication networks and the rationale for the developement of trans-European networks, the study explores the features networks need to exhibit if they are to complement the broad themes of Europe's industrial policy, and demonstrates the economic importance of advanced telecommunications to business. The final chapters of the volume offer an analysis of the technology associated with the three chosen priorities of the EU in the development of advanced telecommunication infrastructure: * the Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) * the development of telematic networks * the development of broadband networks.

Colin Turner

Preface. Glossary. 1. Trans-European Telecommunication Networks and the Rise of the Information Economy. 2. Telecommunications, Industral Competitiveness and the Emerging Network Economy. 3. The Strategy and Industrial Framework for Trans-European Telecommunication Networks. 4. The Integrated Services Digital Network as a Trans-European Network (TEN-ISDN). 5. Trans-European Telematic Networks. 6. Trans-European Integrated Broadband Networks (TEN-IBC). 7. The Challenges for the Evolution of Trans-European Telecomunication Networks. Conclusions. Bibliography.