Jane Austin wrote:

> I have figures which show that internet use and e-commerce is much lower
> in countries like Spain and Italy than it is in countries like the UK
> and Sweden. I am intrigued by this, and wondered if anyone knew why. ...
> I'd be interested to hear people's opinions, or any information they
> might have on this.

From my talks with various friends, relatives, and colleagues in
Italy, I understand that a major factor there is the cost of
telephone calls.  Even local calls are charged by connect time.

Elizabeth

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