James Enck has a few posts on the subject of Skype penetration and one’s rather interesting.
I actually think some telco people may really have issues with what the numbers are showing, because the adoption rate is going to impact the carriers in a few ways.
1. There will be more broadband installed
2. Cellular traffic will drop
3. Landline long-distance between family members who are all on line will drop.
As James said, “houston, we have a problem.”
Telco and Messenger reactions to Skype / VoIP
VoIP Watch suggests that the success of Skype means there is trouble ahead for telcos (isn’t there always, eh). That is true, although it doesn’t have to be perceived as