Motivation

As IP based networks and IP-based applications (e.g. IPTV), Ethernet, streaming, ubiquitous networking, etc., gain importance in the industry, there is a growth of new terminology used in the developing standards. ITU-T is increasing its involvement in the related work, particularly in next generation networks, therefore it is reasonable to expect that ITU-T will define its own terminology and elaborate on the definitions of current terminology. In order to establish common language for the industry, in which the ITU plays a key role, it is essential to ensure the extent possible that each concept, architectural element, protocol action, pieces of equipment, etc. is assigned a unique term. For the cases where several such terms have already been defined, it is important to indicate all synonyms pertinent to a particular notion.

Recommendations under responsibility of this Question include: Y.101, Y.2091

Question

What is the definition and meaning of the terms used in Recommendations related to existing and evolving networks?

Items for study include:

• Definitions of concepts, architectural elements, protocol actions, pieces of equipment, etc. that have been identified in the IETF standards-track requests for comments (RFCs), ITU-T Recommendations, ISO standards, and normative output of other organizations recognized by ITU-T.
• Terms identifying such concepts, architectural elements, protocol actions, pieces of equipment, etc. It is essential to establish consensus on as few terms as possible (preferably, only one term) for a unique notion.
• Updating of existing terminology Recommendations (i.e. Recommendations Y.101 and Y.2091).
• Produce new terminology Recommendations or other documents as required.
• What enhancements to existing Recommendations are required to provide energy savings directly or indirectly in information and communication technologies (ICTs) or in other industries? What enhancements to developing or new Recommendations are required to provide such energy savings?

Tasks

The resulting terms should be published in new and revised ITU-T Recommendations, which should be re-issued on an on-going basis as the terminology develops.

Relationships

Recommendations: Questions: All Study Group 13 Questions

Study groups: Close cooperation with: All ITU-T, ITU-R and ITU-D study groups

Standardization bodies, fora and consortia: Other relevant organizations