18-June-2008
English
This report focuses on possible scenarios and on the need to deploy the newer version of the Internet Protocol, IP version 6 (IPv6).
4-April-2008
English
This paper examines the policies to obtain public rights-of-way permits in a number of OECD countries and access to ducts, which may act to slow down the pace of fibre roll-out in local access market, and suggests the policy options available.
4-April-2008
English
This paper provides an overview of developments in optical fibre communication technology and investment. Specifically, the paper finds that the costs of deploying these networks are significant and that the monthly prices subscribers will pay will be highly dependent on take-up rates.
29-February-2008
English
The Internet has been remarkably successful in developing greater communication access for the first billion users. This report seeks to address the question of where new Internet users will come from and to examine the large shifts in communications policy.
1-February-2008
English
This paper reviews available official statistics on trust and security in the online environment. It discusses whether security concerns are an obstacle to Internet use and examines how people and companies protect their equipment and networks.
9-January-2008
English
This paper examines current market trends and regulation for IPTV and also provides information on developments in the provision of IPTV service in a number of OECD countries.
24-September-2007
English
Can governments elevate their broadband performance rankings? This paper aims to identify the factors that are significant in driving broadband penetration.
23-March-2007
English
This paper provides an overview of the evolution towards fixed-mobile convergence (FMC) and of some related regulatory and policy issues such as numbering and interconnection.
6-February-2007
English
This paper provides an overview of the evolution in mobile multiple play services (voice, data and video).
22-January-2007
English
This paper discusses spectrum management issues in relation to digitalisation of terrestrial television broadcasting (digital switchover).