The Internet service provider keeps 80 percent of the margin over cost of providing the service. Eighteen months ago this idea would not have worked. But times have changed. Computer prices are dramatically lower. The Telecom Reform Bill has fostered more competition in the telecommunications industry.
Consumers are in the driver's seat.
As we head into the 21st century, the IT industry, led by CIOs, has to develop innovative ways to reach out to the digitally disenfranchised. Failure to do so is not an option. But doing so represents an enormous business opportunity. Send me your comments.