This annual report offers a wealth of information on the worldwide development of the broadband sector. Information at a regional level is also provided for the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific. The report includes analyses, statistics, forecasts and trends. It provides a comprehensive insight into the progress of broadband and examines the key issues and opportunities. Subjects covered include:

• High level analyses of the broadband market and its importance as essential infrastructure;
• Broadband statistics including current and historical subscribers, regional subscribers and penetration;
• Average broadband costs and speeds;
• Internet usage and penetration statistics;
• Broadband statistics by country;
• Analysis of broadband trends and infrastructure;
• Cable modem infrastructure including statistics;
• DSL infrastructure including statistics;
• FTTx infrastructure including statistics;
• BPL infrastructure including statistics;
• Satellite broadband infrastructure including statistics;
• Regional information including statistics. Researchers: Paul Budde, Lawrence Baker, Lucia Bibolini, Peter Evans, Phil Harpur, Kay Harris, Lisa Hulme-Jones, Paul Kwon, Henry Lancaster, Peter Lange, Kylie Wansink.