Title:

Evolution of Traffic and Interconnection on the Internet

Sanjay Udani, Ph.D.
Executive Director - Internet & Technology Policy
Verizon Communications

Abstract:

We will start by discussing how peering and interconnection between networks on the Internet has changed significantly over the past few years, and the dramatic shift in traffic that has triggered this change. We'll also discuss the general architecture and benefits of content delivery networks (CDN) which are now a key part in enabling scalability of the Internet. Finally I'll give an overview of Verizon's consumer networks and our view of what the future holds in terms of traffic and services on the Internet.

Biography:

Sanjay Udani Ph.D.
Executive Director - Internet & Technology Policy
Verizon Communications

Sanjay has been involved in the architecture, design and deployment of residential broadband networks since 1999. He has worked on all aspects of Verizon's FiOS deployment including the architecture for Internet data service, video on demand, home networks and network policy management. In early 2011 he joined Verizon's Public Affairs, Policy and Communications group as Executive Director for Internet and Technology Policy where he is responsible for identifying and assessing emerging technology issues that affect the broadband Internet ecosystem. In addition, he also educates stakeholders, including members of Congress and their staff, on complex technical issues that impact the Internet. Sanjay is an adjunct associate professor at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, where he also earned his Ph.D.