Focusing on the economic dynamics of information technology industries, this book explores the implications of high fixed costs, low marginal costs, significant switching costs, and strong network effects. Hal Varian presents foundational economic principles, while Joseph Farrell and Carl Shapiro analyze their influence on competition policy. This volume serves as an excellent introduction for students in economics, business strategy, law, and related fields, providing essential insights into the unique challenges and strategies within the IT sector.
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As one of the first books to distill the economics of information and networks into practical business strategies, this is a guide to the winning moves that can help business leaders--from writers, lawyers and finance professional to executives in the entertainment, publishing and hardware and software industries-- navigate successfully through the information economy.