Not necessarily specific to one service. [T1.667-1999]

The information that is necessary for the ITF Device to locate and access the content.

Imparts to the user the experience of one seamless, composite service instead of separate services, by way of additional functionality that binds them together.
For example, IPTV and VoIP service where the viewer's IPTV screen displays “Mom“ over the current program and the sound mutes while the incoming call from Mom is delivered to the target device (e.g., house phone).… (Read More →)

The degree to which a service is provided without excessive impairment, once obtained. [NATO]

Imparts to the user the experience of one seamless, composite service instead of separate services, by way of additional functionality that binds them together.
For example, IPTV and VoIP service where the viewer's IPTV screen displays “Mom“ over the current program and the sound mutes while the incoming call from Mom is delivered to the target device (e.g., house phone).… (Read More →)

A sequence of processes/functions used to provide a specific service. [T1.667-1999]

Function to check the layer 4-7 functionality of any device in the home.

The entity equivalent to the work station function between network operators and/or subscribers and network service management functional entities. [T1.667-1999]

An entity comprised of the Regional Bell Operating Company's (RBOCs) who were ordered by the FCC to administer the SMS/800 at the advent of portability (May 1993).

A physical entity that contains the service control function, service data function, specialized resource function and service switching/call control functions. The SSF/CCF is closely coupled to the SCF within the SN and is not accessible by other SCFs. [T1.667-1999]