ICT Diffusion in Developing Countries Towards a New Concept of Technological Takeoff
This book provides an extensive overview of the diffusion of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in developing countries between 2000 and 2012. It covers issues such as country-specific ICT diffusion patterns, technological substitution and technological convergence. By identifying soc...
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Format: | eBook |
Language: | English |
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Springer International Publishing
2015, 2015
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Edition: | 1st ed. 2015 |
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Collection: | Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
Table of Contents:
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Technology, the Economy, and Society - Casting the Bridges
- 3 Technology Diffusion
- 4 Information and Communication Technologies Diffusion Patterns in Developing Countries - Empirical Evidence
- 5 What Matters for ICT Diffusion?
- 6 Conclusion, Recommendations and Implications
- Appendices