This means that the exchange rate is offset by the PPP factor given in Table A1. The majority of the baskets used are similar to those published in the Teligen report. Charges for each of these components are considered for both ISP and PSTN elements and summed to give a total cost for dial-up Internet access and usage. B.3 The fixed component of both the ISP and PSTN element contains a connection charge. Rental charges for both ISP and PSTN elements are also included.
Any free time included in the package is deducted.
The PSTN access component is the relevant call charge from the PSTN network. Where the access is included in the ISP package, this component will be zero. The fixed access cost is also included for some baskets. In general, PSTN charges are those of the incumbent operator in each country. In the UK, PSTN access to cable company ISPs is assumed to be with the relevant cable company.