Broadband in Europe: How Brussels Can Wire the Information Society

• Main Authors: Maldoom, Dan (Author), Marsden, Richard A D. (Author), Sidak, J Gregory (Author), Singer, Hal J. (Author)
• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Boston, MA : Springer US, 2005.
• Subjects: Management.; Industrial management.; European Economic Community literature.; Economic policy.; Economics.; R & D/Technology Policy.; European Integration.; Innovation/Technology Management.; Economic Policy.

Broadband is a key enabler of the information society, increasing productivity and competitiveness across all sectors of the economy. Unlike traditional n- rowband connections, broadband provides high speed, always-on connections to the Internet and supports innovative content and services. Direct c...

Table of Contents:

• Broadband and why it matters
• Competition in broadband markets
• New entry and market outlook
• Analysis of competition in broadband markets
• Appropriate policies for broadband regulation
• Conclusion.