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Direct and indirect network effects: are they equivalent?

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  • Clements, Matthew T., 2004. "Direct and indirect network effects: are they equivalent?," International Journal of Industrial Organization, Elsevier, vol. 22(5), pages 633-645, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:indorg:v:22:y:2004:i:5:p:633-645
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