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The information revolution and developing countries
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The information revolution and developing countries

Author: Ernest J Wilson, III.
Publisher: Cambridge, Mass. : MIT Press, ©2004.
Edition/Format: Book : EnglishView all editions and formats
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"In this book Ernest Wilson provides a clear, nuanced analysis of the major transformations resulting from the global information revolution. He shows that the information revolution is rooted in societal dynamics, political interests, and social structure. Using the innovative Strategic ReStructuring (SRS) model, he uncovers links between the big changes taking place around the world and the local initiatives of  Read more...
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Material Type: Internet resource
Document Type: Book, Internet Resource
All Authors / Contributors: Ernest J Wilson, III.
ISBN: 0262232308 9780262232302
OCLC Number: 51983315
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. [411]-426) and index.
Description: xiv, 431 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Contents: Introduction: why this book now? -- Puzzles to be solved -- Strategic restructuring: a framework for analysis -- Strategic restructuring in Brazil -- Strategic restructuring in Ghana -- Strategic restructuring in China -- The information revolution and the global digital divide -- Strategic restructuring in the global system -- Conclusion
Responsibility: Ernest J. Wilson III.
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"In this book Ernest Wilson provides a clear, nuanced analysis of the major transformations resulting from the global information revolution. He shows that the information revolution is rooted in societal dynamics, political interests, and social structure. Using the innovative Strategic ReStructuring (SRS) model, he uncovers links between the big changes taking place around the world and the local initiatives of individual information activists, especially in developing countries."--BOOK JACKET.

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