Excerpt from Internet Access: Hearing Before the Subcommittee on Science of the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, U. S. House of Representatives
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the challenges faced by rural and suburban residents in accessing the internet at low cost. The author highlights the vast gap in internet connectivity between urban and non-urban areas, where the latter is burdened with additional long-distance telephone charges that urban dwellers avoid. The book examines the impact of this disparity, raising concerns about the creation of an information divide that could exacerbate existing inequalities. The author explores creative solutions being implemented by states, localities, and telephone companies to address this issue, showcasing successful models like Maryland's Sailor project, which provides toll-free access to the internet through a statewide telecommunications network. The book also discusses the potential role of the federal government in ensuring affordable and equitable internet access for all. Through thought-provoking analysis and real-world examples, this book sheds light on the importance of addressing the digital divide and ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to participate in the benefits offered by the internet. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781332769254_0
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