Packet switching raises the efficiency of network dramatically. The continuous enhancement of information infrastructure, however, requires broadband backbone deployment by using advanced technologies like ATM switching or high-speed routing. Subscriber loop also needs enhancement by applying various new technologies such as FTTC, FTTO, cable modem, xDSL, WLL, and so on. It is also necessary that smooth interconnection of different infrastructures should be guaranteed for the efficient flow of electronic commerce traffic. For developing countries, planning to introduce CATV, CATV network can also be utilized for various communication service, including the Internet.
Users can choose the most appropriate network for their own needs in a competitive service market.
Therefore, the government should promote competition by the deregulation of telecommunication services and market driven economy as well as by allowing broader foreign direct investment and lowering cross-media ownership restriction to embrace the convergence of broadcasting and telecommunications. All of these measures will facilitate both domestic and foreign investment. Without low telecommunication tariffs, electronic commerce could not fully bloom. The explosive growth of the Internet has been possible, thanks to almost free Internet usage charge. Therefore it would be desirable to keep Internet usage for free, in addition to the telecommunication tariff reduction by technology development and effective competition.