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Digital Divide Rural Communities

Research shows that internet access and use increases rural economic and community development.

Barriers & Opportunities

Research shows that internet access and use increases rural economic and community development. However, rural areas are at a disadvantage when it comes to providing and supporting device ownership.

The purpose of this brief is to raise awareness of the difficulties rural communities face when trying to address the device ownership issue. Register below. Then, click the download button to receive this report.

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