Communication system, method and apparatus

Abstract

The objective of the invention is to provide a system, a method and an apparatus for increasing the efficiency of equipment cost of the whole core network in a mobile communication system, thereby reducing the cost. A core network comprises, as nodes for managing the mobility of a terminal, a plurality of nodes having different functions of services to be provided to the terminal. A node which is to be connected to the terminal is selected, on the basis of subscriber information and terminal information, on the core network side in accordance with a service characteristic to be used by the terminal or in accordance with a terminal type, whereby the terminal and the selected node are connected.