India girds loins for Internet boom

INDIA'S INTERNET USAGE is estimated to grow at a staggering 160% over the next two years, according to a report by eMarketer - a recognised authority when it comes to online business - says India Online. Internet in India currently reaches an estimated about 8.5 per cnet of the population.

The report questions why, when India is one of the most important developing nations for IT, that it continues to lag when it comes to online use, commerce and advertising. India is not quite as large a power in the IT sector as it would appear to be, according to the report.

According to Rediff News, broadband in India is set to take off in a big way, allowing users to link their computers, televisions and telephones with broadband services.

In related news, Force10 Networks is looking to increase its presence in India, reports The Hindu. µ