Broadband Internet: FCC Should Track the Application of Fixed Internet Usage-Based Pricing and Help Improve Consumer Education

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By Mark L. Goldstein (au)
Year: 2014
Pages: 41
Binding Paperback
ISBN 978-1-4578-6506-0

Product Code: 1457865068

Description

Access to broadband Internet is crucial to improving access to information, quality of life, and economic growth. In recent years, some Internet provides have moved away from unlimited data plans to usage-based pricing (UBP) with uncertain effects on consumers. This involves the provider changing the price to customers, or otherwise adjusting their service, based on the volume of data they use. Consumers who exceed their data allowance could face additional charges or reduced connection speeds. This report examines: (1) information available about the application of UBP by Internet service providers; (2) issues related to UBP that selected consumers report are important to them; and (3) the potential effects of UBP on consumers. Figures. This is a print on demand report.

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