Org. for Econ. Co-Operation and Devel. (OECD)

The Organization for economic Co-operation and Development will work with developed and developing countries and international organizations to improve policies for the Internet economy and increase international co-operation on issues such as cybercrime and security.

Face it, you'll need these stats for intelligent banter at DC-area BBQs this summer.

Are we making the most of what the Internet has to offer our economies and societies? What are likely future developments, and can we make sure they are positive ones?

The number of broadband subscriber in the OECD reached 235 million by December 2007, an increase of 18% from 200 million subscribers in December 2006. This growth increased broadband penetration rates to 20.0 subscriptions per 100 inhabitants up from 16.9 in December 2006.