Packet-based transfer
Separation of control functions among bearer capabilities, call/session, and application/service
Decoupling of service provision from transport, and provision of open interfaces
Support for a wide range of services, applications, and mechanisms based on service building blocks (including real-time/streaming/non-real-time and multimedia services)
Broadband capabilities with end-to-end quality of service (QoS)
Interworking with legacy networks via open interfaces
Generalized mobility
Unrestricted access by users to different service providers
A variety of identification schemes
Unified service characteristics for the same service as perceived by the user
Converged services between fixed/mobile
Independence of service-related functions from underlying transport technologies
Support of multiple last mile technologies
Compliance with all regulatory requirements, for example, concerning emergency communications, security, privacy, and lawful interception
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