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This article talks about what it needed to connect the unconnected. It touches on the fact that more is needed than physical connections and technical capabilities. It also gives examples of how this is being down throughout the world.
Author: Jane Coffin and Don Means (2019)
Read articleThis project is using LoRa to create a free & open source IoT satellite network. This is a great example of how open source and free communication are mutually beneficial.
Author: Julian Fernandez (2019)
Go to websiteThis is another NGO doing great work in building community networks all around the world.
Author: Internet Society (2019)
Read articleA tool we use to see the most up-to-date information about internet usage.
Author: Miniwatts Marketing Group (2019)
Go to websiteThis is an example of using the currently unused analog TV bandwidth, called TV white space, to bring internet to rural areas in South Africa.
Author: Simnikiwe Mzekandaba (2019)
Read articleAn article on how governments are using internet shutdowns for suppressing opposition and citizens’ rights, which shows the importance of what we are striving for.
Author: Patrick Kingsley (2019)
Read articleRhizomatica is a non-profit that helps communities in building and maintaining self-governed telecommunications infrastructure.
Author: Rhizomatica (2019)
Go to websiteThis report presents research and findings regarding the internet gender gap. It discusses the benefits of internet access for women, and possible future actions.
Author: Intel Corporation and Dalberg Global Development Advisors (2020)
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