How Do I Invest in Infrastructure Stocks?

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Just what kind of company would be considered an infrastructure play? -- Z.P.

The roads we drive on, the electricity we use, even the lines of communication that bring Web sites like this to our computers: infrastructure is a major part of our everyday lives. These days, though, the private sector is becoming increasingly responsible for infrastructure. Does this make infrastructure a good investment? Let's take a look. ...