QUESTION 20-1/2 � Examination of access technologies for broadband communications
    Report on broadband access technologies
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
Section I � General Broadband Matters
    I.1 Social and Economic Benefits of Broadband in Telecommunications
    I.2 Broadband Applications in Telecommunications
        I.2.1 E-Health
        I.2.2 E-Working
        I.2.3 E-Government
        I.2.4 E-Agriculture
        I.2.5 E-Learning
        I.2.6 Telecommunications for Public Safety, for Disaster Prevention and Disaster Relief
        I.2.7 Small Business Applications
        I.2.8 E-Tourism
        I.2.9 Entertainment Applications
        I.2.10 Information Gathering
        I.2.11 Capacity Requirements for Selected Applications
    I.3 Broadband Technology Deployment
        I.3.1 Analysis of Broadband Access Questionnaire: Main Findings
        I.3.2 Gender Issues Surrounding Broadband Technology Deployment
        I.3.3 Strategies for Promoting Broadband Deployment
Section II  �  Technology Matrices
    II.1 Wireline Broadband Access Technologies
        II.1.1 DSL Technology Matrix
        II.1.2 Basic Cable Matrix
        II.1.3 Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) Matrix
        II.1.4 Dense Wavelength Division Multiplex Matrix
        II.1.5 Synchronous Digital Hierarchy Matrix
    II.2 Wireless Broadband Access Technologies
        II.2.1 Radio Local Area Network (RLAN) Technology Matrix
        II.2.2 Fixed Broadband Wireless Access Systems
        II.2.3 Mobile Broadband Wireless Access Systems
        II.2.4 Broadband access as a possible solution for interactive Digital Television Broadcasting
    II.3 Satellite Systems Matrix
        II.3.1 Broadband Access via Satellite
        II.3.2 Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) Network Matrix
    II.4 Terrestrial Technologies in the Process of Standardisation
        II.4.1 Canopy Solution for Fixed Broadband Wireless Access Matrix
        II.4.2 Airstar: A Multi-Service Broadband Fixed Wireless Access System
        II.4.3 angel: A Non-Line-Of-Sight Broadband Fixed Wireless Access System
        II.4.4 SR 500-ip: A Broadband Fixed Wireless Access System for Remote Areas
Section III  �  Country Experiences
    III.1 Africa
        III.1.1 Deployment of Broadband Wireless Access in Mali, Africa
        III.1.2 Deployment of Mobile Broadband Wireless Access in South Africa
    III.2 Americas
        III.2.1 Canada
        III.2.2 Ecuador
        III.2.3 Mexico
        III.2.4 Peru
        III.2.5 United States
    III.3 Asia
        III.3.1 Australia
        III.3.2 China: The Development of Broadband Services and Applications in China
    III.4 Europe
        III.4.1 eEurope Action Plan 2005
        III.4.2 Ireland
        III.4.3 Norway
        III.4.4 Sweden
        III.4.5 Israel: 802.16 Deployment in Rural Areas
    III.5 Asia Pacific
        III.5.1 Niue: Wi-Fi in Niue, South Pacific
ANNEX I � Definition of the Question
ANNEX II � Analysis of the replies to the questionnaire
Appendix � Broadband Questionnaire
ANNEX III � Other ITU Sector Relevant Study Groups, Questions and Recommendations
ANNEX IV � Best Practice Guidelines for the Promotion of Low-Cost Broadband and Internet Connectivity