Ambient networks in practice instant media services for users on the move

This demonstration exhibits the novel concepts of autonomic network composition and adaptive media delivery which have been developed as part of the EU framework 6 project ambient networks. A realistic use case serves as a demonstration scenario to illustrate how these core features of an ambient network work together in practice, and how they can contribute to improve the end user's experience in a dynamic and mobile network environment. The scenario is based around a video-on-demand (VoD) streaming service. It involves a service provider, network operator and mobile user. The selected scenario highlights some essential features of ambient networks: plug and play network organization, customizable and adaptable transport overlays, and smart media routing.