Interconnection between carriers becomes electronic, creating a true network of networks. Network management systems evolve to manage thousands of devices, and begin to rely on common object request brokerage architecture-based systems. Start-ups innovate, but quickly become absorbed into larger companies or go the initial public offering route. So can Cisco, Lucent and Redback, respectively. Regulation trails technology.
Carriers consolidate into global network operators.
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