The Internet in developing nations : grand challenges

PRESS, L

Publication Date 

2004

The author outlines the 'grand challenge' or $15 billion project for achieving truly global connectivity. It is based on the methodology for the development of the US National Science Foundation Network. The plan emphasizes the use of wireless technology and input on local means of delivery based on stakeholders' decisions. The author does discuss the intellectual property rights problem and the need to subsidize access in lesser developed regions

Serial Title:
First Monday
Serial Part:
9(4)

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http://www.firstmonday.org/issues/issue9_4/press/index.html

Keywords 

Enabling environments; ICT; Information & knowledge; dissemination; infrastructure; Cross-cutting; accessibility; Development/ Humanitarian; development in general; rural development

Language 

English

Type of material 

text

Content type 

research; article