Telecom, Internet, and E-commerce – What advantages could broadband offer to underserved areas of the world? Is Internet access important for economic development? Why or why not?
After reading the materials below, answer the following questions in a detail paper of 2-4 pages.
Expectations:
· Begin this paper by stating your position on these questions clearly and concisely
· Cite appropriate sources and answer questions directly. Be sure to make the most effective case you can. Then present the best evidence you can, again citing three appropriate outside sources.
Question: What advantages could broadband offer to underserved areas of the world? Is Internet access important for economic development? Why or why not?
Required Reading:
Gallaugher, J. (2012). Information Systems: A Harnessing Guide to Information Technology. FlatWorld Knowledge. Gallaugher Chapter 12 – E-textbook
Gallaugher, J. (2012). Information Systems: A Harnessing Guide to Information Technology. Gallaugher – Chapter 12 PPT [PowerPoint slides].
Laudon, K., & Laudon, J. (2012). Essentials of MIS. (10th Ed.). Learning Track 4: Broadband network services and technologies. Retrieved from http://wps.prenhall.com/wps/media/objects/14071/14409392/Learning_Tracks/Ess10_Ch06_LT2_Broadband_Network_Services_and_Technologies.pdf
Gallaugher, J. (2012). Information Systems: A Harnessing Guide to Information Technology. FlatWorld Knowledge. Gallaugher Chapter 1 – E-textbook.
