The Public Communication Network Development as the Process of Complex System Evolution

Abstract

The Public Communication Network (PCN) serves users on all continents of the globe. Providing the main and additional services to subscribers is carried out through the use of modem hardware and software. These circumstances stimulate research of the PCN as a complex system. This article discusses some aspects peculiar to complex systems in the context of actual tasks related to PCN development. Two perspective applications of the proposed approach are considered. First example deals with rural areas development. Second example is devoted to the solution supporting the telecommunications, the electric power transmission, and no gasoline transport systems. This solution is presented as triad "M+E+r" (Matter plus Energy plus Information).The proposed triad can be seen as a new facility for further research and development.

Keywords

• Communication network
• Complex system
• Convergence
• Integration
• Consolidation