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The role of information and communication technologies in democratic government

David Souter (Commonwealth Telecommuncations Organisation, Clareville House, 26‐27 Oxendon Street, London SW1Y 4EL, UK)

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ISSN: 1463-6697

Article publication date: 1 October 1999

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Abstract

Looks at two possibilities outcomes for information and communication technology (ICT) in the world. Argues ICT’s development potential is undervalued but its potential is increasing as technology becomes cheaper and diversifies. States ICTs offer important tools to empower the less‐well‐off communities, reducing inequalities.

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Souter, D. (1999), "The role of information and communication technologies in democratic government", info, Vol. 1 No. 5, pp. 405-417. https://doi.org/10.1108/14636699910801160

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