The incentives for contributing digital contents over P2P networks: an empirical investigation

Fabrice Rochelandet () and Tushar K. Nandi
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Fabrice Rochelandet: IRMÉCCEN - Institut de Recherche Médias, Cultures, Communication et Numérique - Université Sorbonne Nouvelle - Paris 3 - LABEX ICCA - UP13 - Université Paris 13 - Université Sorbonne Nouvelle - Paris 3 - CNRS - Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique - UPCité - Université Paris Cité - Université Sorbonne Paris Nord
Tushar K. Nandi: IISER Kolkata - Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Kolbata

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Abstract: In this paper, we examine the determinants of sharing behaviour by envisaging two types of behaviour, namely contribution against free riding. In doing so, we evaluate the theoretical predictions about reciprocity and altruism in the presence of non-rival goods and anonymity. We use a probit model and primary data from a survey that collects information about P2P sharing behaviour of more than 2000 individuals. Our econometric results suggest that the motivations for contributing are poorly determined by rational self-interested behaviour. We then envisage policy implications in terms of copyright enforcement and business.*, ** and *** stand for si gnificance a t 10%, 5% and 1% level, respec tively.

Date: 2008
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Published in Review of Economic Research on Copyright Issues, 2008, 5 (2), pp.19-35

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