Interactive multimedia communication systems for next-generation education using asymmetrical satellite and terrestrial networks

  • Authors:
  • S. Yoshida;H. Kimura;Y. Inoue;T. Masamura;N. Yamauchi

  • Affiliations:
  • Educ. Syst., Tokai Univ., Kanagawa;-;-;-;-

  • Venue:
  • IEEE Communications Magazine
  • Year:
  • 1999

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Abstract

We propose a new concept of a hierarchical network structure for remote education. This system combines broadband satellite networks and simple terrestrial communication networks effectively to meet the demands of point-to-multipoint communications. Remote education experiments have been conducted using the proposed satellite communication networks. The results of network characteristics and degree of satisfaction are discussed. Acceptable communication quality was achieved ensuring an interactive lecture environment