Carrier Grade VoIP (3^rd Ed.)

Carrier Grade VoIP, Third Edition covers the delivery of voice and multimedia communication sessions over IP networks, providing the latest information on leading-edge signaling schemes and key protocols. This completely updated, solutions-oriented resource discusses the latest VoIP technologies, including HD Voice, security issues, design considerations for carrier grade networks, and more.

New to this edition:

A new chapter and material on interconnecting VoIP networks

Discussion of current codecs and HD voice

New focus on security and privacy issues

A new appendix on packet overhead/coding efficiency

Highlights an increasing trend in the VoIP industry to move away from low cost/low quality services towards a rich multimedia environment