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The average family has witnessed groundbreaking technological advancements within their own homes over the last couple of decades.

Many of these technologies and services have been driven frombroadbandaccess innovation.

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But each evolution within the broadband ecosystem has been met with differing demands.

CEO of Broadband Forum.

This new digitalized way of life spawned new challenges.

Online businesses grew, entertainment sites boomed and the sharing of images, video and music took off.

But for these to operate as desired, consistent connectivity was required.

In recent years, the connected home has become increasingly comprehensive with smart devices and services.

It is now a hotspot for online working, schooling and entertainment, such as gaming and streaming.

However, this is not entirely an out with the old, in with the new, scenario.

The history of TR-069 will be ingrained on the future of broadband, quite literally.

Standardizing the managed connected home offers a number of benefits to ISPs.

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