This third edition of the seminar entitled "Internet Economics III'' discusses in the first chapter the basis of all networking, the operating system required at hosts or end-systems. In particular, the view is directed toward Linux, which is investigated with respect to its networking features and its position in the current market. The second chapter addresses a key basis for any charging tasks to be performed, either transport or content: the metering technology. The Internet view, as defined in the Real Time Flow Measurement group, and the Internet Protocol Data Record approach are discussed and their effects on service metering are outlined. The following chapter discusses possible technologies for electronic payment systems. A presentation of key approaches, their advantages, and drawbacks is utilized to discuss the European perspective in their practical application in real life. In addition, the fourth chapter combines the charging approach with a highly decentralized networking paradigm, a peer-to-peer system. Based on a small risk analysis the basics for peer-to-peer systems, pricing, and trust are outlined. A solution proposal in terms of a referral system and incentives concludes this chapter. The fifth chapter returns the view on the network, but not the one used today. IPv6 as the successor of IPv4 will come at one day, however, the question is, will it be an enabler or an obstacle for e-commerce? This chapter runs through the IPv6 protocol and the Internet Service Provider model. Based on those statements important aspects of e-commerce applications, required from a networking protocol, are outlined. Finally, the last chapter addresses a clear application perspective on content distribution networks. The key characteristics and advantages of such networks are summarized and applied mechanisms for an operational system are discussed.    «

This third edition of the seminar entitled "Internet Economics III'' discusses in the first chapter the basis of all networking, the operating system required at hosts or end-systems. In particular, the view is directed toward Linux, which is investigated with respect to its networking features and its position in the current market. The second chapter addresses a key basis for any charging tasks to be performed, either transport or content: the metering technology. The Internet view, as de...    »