HFC networks evolutions for service convergence

Abstract

The standardization work has been successfully achieved under the leadership of CableLabs, with the successful launch of DOCSIS 1.0 and 1.1 products, and the finalization of the DOCSIS 2.0 [1] specification. Definition of an interoperable Voice over IP architecture covering signaling, provisioning, security has been achieved [2], allowing MSO to deploy data and voice access systems on an economical way.