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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why should my company become a member of ITU-T?

Why do we need international standards in telecommunications?

How has ITU-T influenced the exchange of information through communication technologies?

Where can I find easy to understand information about ITU-T's work?

What are Study Groups and how are they involved in producing standards?

How can I access ITU-T Recommendations?

What electronic working facilities are available?

How can I find the latest news about the progress of ITU-T's work?

Can any company or organization become an ITU-T member?

How much does it cost to become an ITU-T member?

How are ITU-T guidelines established?

How do Member States and Associates participate in the work of ITU-T?

Can we, as a non-member organization take part in the work of ITU-T?

We are a small organization located in a developing nation. What are the possibilities of remote participation to an ITU-T study group meeting?

What are Focus Groups?

What is ITU-T's involvement in next generation networks (NGN)?

What is ITU-T's IPR policy?

How can I be kept up to date in terms of meetings and events?

What is ITU(-T)'s connection to the UN?

What is the difference between ITU-T and TSB?

How would I recognize an ITU-T standard if I saw one?

Why are ITU-T standards addressed as `Recommendations´?

In which languages are Recommendations available?