Impact of computer technology on communications

Abstract

The field of electronic computer technology is new compared to the electrical communication field - yet its impact has already been profound. More startingly is the observation that the impact already witnessed is only a minor encroachment which will find major exploitation in the next ten to fifteen years. Three major areas of impact on the electrical communication field have been selected as representing this important trend. These are: 1. Network performance analysis of a major communication system to effect real time control and engineering improvement. 2. Communication switching center design and design control. 3. Switching center hardware characteristics and functions.