Pricing Communication Networks Economics Technology and Modelling 1st Edition by Costas Courcoubetis, Richard Weber ISBN 9780470864241 0470864249

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ISBN 10: 0470864249
ISBN 13: 9780470864241
Author: Costas Courcoubetis, Richard Weber
 

Pricing Communication Networks Economics Technology and Modelling 1st Edition Table of contents:

1. Introduction to Pricing in Communication Networks

   • The Importance of Pricing in Modern Communication Systems
   • Overview of Communication Networks and Market Structures
   • Key Economic and Technological Concepts in Network Pricing
   • Objectives and Structure of the Book

2. Fundamentals of Communication Networks

   • Types of Communication Networks (Fixed, Mobile, and Internet)
   • Network Components and Their Role in Pricing
   • The Economics of Bandwidth and Traffic Management
   • Infrastructure and Capacity in Network Pricing

3. Economic Theories Behind Network Pricing

   • Market Structures and Pricing Mechanisms
   • Cost-Plus vs. Value-Based Pricing
   • Price Discrimination in Communication Markets
   • Welfare Implications of Different Pricing Models

4. Cost Models for Network Pricing

   • Understanding Fixed and Variable Costs in Networks
   • Economies of Scale and Scope in Network Provisioning
   • Cost Allocation and Network Tariffs
   • Case Studies of Cost Models in Communication Networks

5. Demand and Supply in Communication Networks

   • Understanding Network Traffic and User Behavior
   • The Role of Pricing in Demand Management
   • Supply Side Considerations in Network Economics
   • Pricing Strategies to Address Demand Fluctuations

6. Pricing Mechanisms and Models

   • Flat-Rate, Usage-Based, and Hybrid Pricing Models
   • Two-Part Tariffs and Usage Charges
   • Auctions and Market-Based Pricing for Network Resources
   • Dynamic Pricing and Real-Time Adjustment Models

7. Technological Factors Affecting Pricing

   • The Impact of Technology on Network Pricing (e.g., 5G, IoT, Cloud)
   • Network Virtualization and Its Effects on Pricing Models
   • Innovation in Communication Technologies and Pricing Adjustments
   • The Role of Data and Analytics in Pricing Optimization

8. Regulation and Policy in Communication Network Pricing

   • Regulatory Frameworks for Telecommunication Pricing
   • Net Neutrality and Its Impact on Pricing Models
   • Competition Policy and Price Control Mechanisms
   • Government Interventions and Their Economic Implications

9. Network Pricing in Practice: Case Studies and Applications

   • Case Studies of Pricing Strategies in Different Markets (e.g., Telcos, ISPs)
   • Lessons from International Markets and Cross-Border Pricing
   • The Role of Pricing in Service Quality and Customer Satisfaction
   • Pricing Strategies for Emerging Communication Technologies

10. The Future of Network Pricing

• Predictions for the Evolution of Pricing Models in Communication Networks
• The Impact of Emerging Technologies on Pricing (e.g., Blockchain, 6G)
• The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Dynamic Pricing
• Long-Term Trends and Challenges in Network Pricing

11. Conclusion and Policy Recommendations

• Summary of Key Insights
• Policy Recommendations for Efficient Pricing in Communication Networks
• Addressing the Challenges of Fairness, Access, and Innovation
• Open Questions for Future Research

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