InterconnectionIn telecommunications, interconnection is the physical linking of a carrier's network with equipment or facilities not belonging to that network. The term may refer to a connection between a carrier's facilities and the equipment belonging to its customer, or to a connection between two or more carriers. In United States regulatory law, interconnection is specifically defined (47 C.F.R. 51.5) as "the linking of two or more networks for the mutual exchange of traffic.
Gestion de la capacitéLa gestion de la capacité est un enjeu majeur des directions informatiques qui ont mis en place une gestion des services. L'objectif de la gestion de la capacité est de garantir que l'infrastructure informatique est fournie au bon moment, au bon prix et en quantité adéquate pour que la qualité de service réponde aux besoins métiers. Dans un cadre ITIL, la gestion de la capacité se décline en trois sous-processus : Gestion de la capacité des ressources (RCM) ; Gestion de la capacité des services (SCM) ; Gestion de la capacité business (BCM).
FCAPSFCAPS is the ISO Telecommunications Management Network model and framework for network management. FCAPS is an acronym for fault, configuration, accounting, performance, security, the management categories into which the ISO model defines network management tasks. In non-billing organizations accounting is sometimes replaced with administration. The ISO, under the direction of the OSI group, has created a network management model as the primary means for understanding the major functions of network management systems.
Flat rateA flat fee, also referred to as a flat rate or a linear rate refers to a pricing structure that charges a single fixed fee for a service, regardless of usage. Less commonly, the term may refer to a rate that does not vary with usage or time of use. A business can develop a dependable stance in a market, as consumers have a well-rounded price before the service is undertaken. For instance, a technician may charge $150 for his labor. Potential costs can be covered.