Convergence - A Challenge for broadband development

Convergence is a key concept in development of a broadband infrastructure. The concept of broadband for all is often linked with the idea of one ubiquitous broadband network But the point of departure for ensuring broadband access for all is however quite different. The existing communication infrastructure is made up by a number of networks, with different architectures and serving different communication needs. This paper discusses the implications and challenges of convergence, which have to be addressed if the vision of broadband for all is to be realised.