Internet Kiosk Association formed

YOGYAKARTA (JP): Almost 100 out of 160 Internet kiosks in Yogyakarta established on Thursday an association called Internet Kiosk Association of Yogyakarta (AWAYO) in a bid to avoid unfair competition among them.

The association's chairman, Stephanus Edi Pambudi, said on Friday that the burgeoning of Internet kiosks in the city had brought about unhealthy competition as some kiosks offered very low prices.

He said that the association had agreed to standardize prices among its members, based on the technology they use.

Customers will pay Rp 3,500 per hour when using the Internet with dial-up connection, while those who use wave LAN technology and leased connection will be charged Rp 4,500 per hour. The minimum price for Internet use with satellite technology is Rp 4,800, he said, adding that sanctions imposed on those violating the commitment would be discussed later. (23)