1 online resource (146 pages) : color illustrations
Contents
Main findings and policy suggestions : monitoring the recommendation of the OECD Council on broadband development -- ch. 1. Broadband infrastructure -- ch. 2. Broadband diffusion and usage -- ch. 3. The framework environment for broadband -- ch. 4. Broadband policy assessment and evaluation -- Annexes
Summary
Broadband connects consumers, businesses and governments and are now therefore a vital instrument in ensuring the competitiveness of OECD countries. This report examines broadband developments and policies, and highlights challenges such as connecting users to fiber-based networks or coverage of rural areas. It also outlines emerging issues that may need policy attention as we move to next-generation networks. The findings are also relevant to emerging and developing economies designing broadband strategies.--Publisher's description
