A new concept and configuration method of life zone network

This paper proposes a new concept and configuration method of the LZN (life zone network) to make a new information environment in a life zone area. There, a new combined service of medical, welfare and delivery service is introduced. Here, a new service coordinator layer to coordinate several different services for a user is proposed. We discuss configuration methods of the LZN, which consists of three parts, a server, a network and a client. The required elemental function for each part is described. We discuss the services in a regional area and propose an ideal network configuration using CATV and a wireless network. Finally, we introduce an organization, which was established in 1999 to realize the concept of the LZN. Now, 31 members including 13 company members have joined and are working to develop the LZN and services.