The Impact of GridEmail on Internet-based Communication

Title: The Impact of GridEmail on Internet-based Communication

Main Research Question: How can GridEmail, an internet-based communication system, improve the efficiency and effectiveness of personal communication?

Methodology: The researchers proposed GridEmail, an email system based on an economy of communicating parties. They used a case study approach to demonstrate the system's potential benefits.

Results: The study found that GridEmail could help people regulate their personal communications more effectively, leading to reduced spam and increased efficiency. The system's pricing policies and profiles were designed to represent participants' motivations, which resulted in a more balanced and beneficial communication environment.

Implications: The findings suggest that GridEmail could be a valuable tool for improving internet-based communication. By introducing economic incentives and disincentives, the system encourages participants to engage in meaningful and respectful communication, which can lead to better relationships and more productive interactions. The study also highlights the potential of economic principles in addressing the issue of spam and other forms of abuse in internet communication.

Link to Article: https://arxiv.org/abs/0312022v1 Authors: arXiv ID: 0312022v1