Multicast Extensions for Third‐Generation Networks
Robert Rümmler, Alexander Gluhak, A.H. Aghvami · 2009
Chapter 5 explores the multicast capabilities of third-generation networks. For both UMTS and CDMA2000 networks, the multicast standards MBMS and BCMCS are introduced. The modifications to the radio access and core network architecture for MBMS and BCMCS are outlined. The chapter also provides an overview of the different multicast service delivery phases within UMTS and CDMA2000 networks. The chapter closes with a discussion of the commonalities and key differences between both standards