As the number of Internet appliances grows, there is an increased need to define the market. Even consumers themselves have trouble defining these types of products. In In-Stat's survey of over 1,000 consumers, respondents were found to have varying opinions on what they believe an Internet appliance is and which type they are interested in purchasing. In-Stat's study found that respondents' current ownership of consumer electronic devices is also a key to determine their interest in Internet appliances. Also, In-Stat found that with the increased number of computers in the home, as well as the growth of Internet appliances, home networking is becoming a significant issue in the future of the wired home.
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