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IT DIFFUSION IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES.

Authors :
Shih, Eric
Kraemer, Kenneth L.
Dedrick, Jason
Source :
Communications of the ACM. Feb2008, Vol. 51 Issue 2, p43-48. 6p. 1 Diagram, 4 Charts.
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

This article focuses on effectively implementing information technology (IT) in developing countries. Discussed is the important need for technologists to break through the digital divide by teaching about and distributing computer hardware to poor nations. The article presents an explanation of why IT has not been implemented, such as the high cost and standard of living, the unavailability of loans and foreign aid, the level of complementary assets, and the lack of a cohesive national development policy.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00010782
Volume :
51
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Communications of the ACM
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
28772700
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1145/1314215.1314223