Internet access for development

SeriesThe development dimension
Development dimension. ^A756101
Partial contents Policy coherence for a globally accessible internet -- The importance of liberalisation -- Providing internet-based opportunities to low-income mass markets -- Growth in access and convergence toward the internet -- Global connectivity -- Conclusion.
Abstract This book examines how the market for internet traffic exchange has evolved and explores the coherence of policies pursued by developed and developing countries. It notes the increasing innovation occurring in a number of developing countries with competitive markets and discusses how liberalization has helped to expand of access networks and make ICT services increasingly affordable and available to the poor. The report also highlights the employment, micro-entrepreneurial and social development opportunities which have emerged as access levels have risen among low-income users. The study notes that gateway service monopolies - still in 70 countries - raise the prices for accessing international capacity and reduce the affordability of Internet access to business and end users.--Publisher's description.
General notePrepared by Sam Paltridge.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 97-108).
Access restrictionAvailable only to authorized users.
Other formsAlso issued electronically via the World Wide Web.
Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2009470824
ISBN9789264056305
ISBN9264056300

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Electronic Resources Access Content Online ✔ Available