Demonstrators and integration

Abstract

It is argued that within the framework of the RACE (Research and Development in Advanced Communications in Europe) program, demonstrators and integration activities are essential contributions. They validate the work carried out in areas like strategies and technology and support application pilots. Their validity is applicable for all the elements of telecommunication networks, such as terminals, transmission, switching, network management and administration contained under the program. Various levels of the applied demonstrations are outlined and two integration projects are briefly noted.<>