Question: What is the primary purpose of the GW-local reference point between the MC Gateway Client and the MC Gateway UE Server in a Mission Critical (MC) environment, as defined by telecom network standards?
Option 1: To establish direct communication between MC clients for group conversations.
Option 2: To manage Quality of Service (QoS) parameters for mission critical communications.
Option 3: To authorize MC gateway UE usage, manage signaling/media forwarding, handle disconnections, and notify connection status via HTTP-1.
Option 4: To facilitate handovers between different access networks for MC services.
Explanation: The correct answer accurately reflects the multifaceted role of the GW-local reference point. It encompasses authorization, management of signaling and media forwarding, disconnection handling, and connection status notifications, all leveraging HTTP-1. This comprehensive set of functions is crucial for the seamless operation of mission-critical services within telecom networks.