The focus for this edition of Mintel’s Internet Quarterly looks at the usage of legal music and game download services. In particular it explores the challenges that legal download services face to gain greater acceptance in the market, and looks at new innovations that could increase penetration further. It also assesses the effectiveness of proposed government measures to curtail online piracy.

The focus for this month’s Internet Quarterly is on the usage of bundled services (ie when consumers take out more than one service from a single telecoms provider). In particular, it looks at the number and range of services users are likely to take out as well as the motivations for consumers to switch providers. Finally, the section assesses the challenges ahead in the sector, especially with the launch of Freeview HD in December.

One of the key issues facing computer users and network administrators alike is the threat from cyber crime. This report highlights the huge scale of threats facing the internet community in its special focus on the subject this quarter.

In particular, this special focus will look at behaviours surrounding and attitudes towards safe browsing online. It also addresses the impact on web purchasing habits and also looks into ownership of internet security packages.

In addition to a focus on online Christmas shopping experiences, this report also covers established topics; these include monitoring other changes in:

Focus on Youth Christmas shopping intentions

In addition to the special focus on online youth Christmas shopping intentions, the report also covers established topics; these include monitoring changes in: