Network effects, economic efficiency, and usage-based pricing for internet access
Date
2011-05-05
Authors
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Journal ISSN
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Publisher
Kansas State University
Abstract
This paper attempts to shed some light on the issue of net neutrality by examining the extent to which Internet usage is efficiently allocated under current conditions. I discuss the unique features of Internet usage which make it a good that markets will tend to provide at an inefficient level. I then discuss alternative pricing regimes that will move the market for Internet usage to efficiency. I conclude with a discussion of the current economic research on the topic.
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Keywords
Net neutrality, Two-sided markets, Network effects
Graduation Month
May
Degree
Master of Arts
Department
Department of Economics
Major Professor
Tracy M. Turner
Date
2011
Type
Report