Cooper, Matthew L.2011-05-052011-05-052011-05-05http://hdl.handle.net/2097/8637This 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.en-USNet neutralityTwo-sided marketsNetwork effectsReportEconomics, Commerce-Business (0505)