In-Stat: Gateway and Softswitch Markets to Reach $8.4 Billion

The global market for media gateways and Class 4 and 5 softswitches will jump from $2.7 billion in 2005 to $8.4 billion in 2010, according to a new report from In-Stat.

"As interest in VoIP grows for both end users and carriers, the migration of circuit-switch networking to IP has increased," said Daryl Schoolar, In-Stat analyst. "The drivers for this migration include not only cost savings for subscribers and network operators, but also the promise of new applications that will enrich the communication experience."

One of the advantages of media gateways and softswitches is that they cost less than traditional equipment, In-Stat noted. It also creates carrier infrastructure to support future services.

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