12.27.2006

Akamai and service provision on the InternetI came across this


Akamai and service provision on the Internet
I came across this article in BusinessWeek today that you might find interesting. The article provides some insight into how services are provided on the Internet. Since you are now looking into network neutrality, let me pose a few questions for you:
  • Do you think Akamai cares about the network neutrality debate? Why or why not?
  • Does the deeper understanding of the Internet's service delivery "architecture" change how you think about network neutrality? How?

Martin Weiss

Hutchison sets price for Essar
Hutchison Whampoa, the Hong Kong-based conglomerate that is considering selling its 67 per cent stake in Hutchison Essar, has signalled it will only entertain offers well in excess of $14bn for the Indian mobile phone operator.