Signaling System No. 7 (SS7) is a signaling network protocol that acts as a heart of a telecommunication networks. This book is written for those who have general interests & enthusiasm about the voice as well as data networks of telecommunication systems.

This project addresses the concepts, the evolution, and the implementation of common channel signaling systems in current telecommunications networks within the United States. A generic simulation model for performance evaluation of potential network designs, using CCITT Signalling System no. 7, is presented with recommendations for possible future design use. This paper describes existing common channel signaling systems in detail. CCITT Signaling System no. 6 and no. 7 are explained at the packet level with emphasis on system operation. U.S. signaling system variations and rationale are examined along with implementation strategies. The move toward Integrated Services Digital Networks is present in terms of economic, interface, and standards issues. Proposed common channel signaling system architectures in support of ISDNs are outlined, with some discussion of field trials and their expected benefits.

A highly readable and lucid introduction to the complex subject of signalling enabling the reader to understand detailed signalling specifications and international standards recommendations.

CD-ROM contains the entire book in searchable PDF NEW UPDATED AND EXPANDED FOURTH EDITION THE INDUSTRY AUTHORITY ON SIGNALING SYSTEM #7 SINCE 1995 Originally designed for analog telephone networks, SS7 has continually undergone changes to accommodate the ever-evolving world of telecom. Today, SS7 is used for data, voice, video, audio, and voice-over IP networks – and no other resource even comes close to providing such a complete understanding of the signaling network, its architecture, and protocols used to communicate through it like Travis Russell’s Signaling System #7. The author bypasses heavy-handed engineering and mathematical derivations, making this unique guide understandable even to novices and an informative easy-read for experienced pros who need to fill-in some essential knowledge gaps. Each chapter presents a readable discussion, followed by technical details such as parameters, message structures and bit values. Hands-on expert Russell, knowing exactly what you need for a crystal-clear understanding of SS7, also provides the technical details, protocol messages, and application examples. NEW TO THIS EDITION: * New coverage of SS7 over IP * A reorganized chapter structure that covers three levels: basic, intermediate, and advanced * CD-ROM containing the entire book in searchable PDF Here is the only resource you’ll ever need to fully understand the “how’s” and “why’s” of Signaling System #7 – once you own it you’ll understand why the “Russell book” is considered indispensable among telecommunication managers, engineers, technicians, and network mangers.

"The purpose of this Master's project was to create a Common Channel Signaling (CCS) System #7 (SS7) Network Simulator with an interactive Graphical User Interface using Microsoft Visual C++ and Microsoft Access. The goal is to use this new tool as a learning aid to visually see message routing using primary and alternative routing. The rules or standards are based upon the state diagrams from the Q.704 standards ..."--Author's abstract.