Electronic Government

Paper Summary:

There are numerous reasons that make electronic government so effective. These include the facilitation of communication and the improvement and simplification of bureaucracy. This paper explores some of the central facets of electronic government, as well as evaluates the benefits and advantages and possible problematics of e-government in terms of process and facilities in various countries.

From the Paper:

"Electronic government is a complex and intricate process and procedure, with many related areas. There are a number of central issues that the new electronic and digital environment brings to the process and style of government. These include the very important concern of the "digital divide'" - particularly with regard to developing countries. The digital divide refers to "The effect of non-use, non-availability or inaccessibility of e-Government, or of other digital resources, upon the structure of society". (ibid)"

More papers on Electronic Government:

• Research Paper # 1946 : "E-Government: Digital Democracy"
• Essay # 6021 : "Electronic University Proposal"
• Essay # 66416 : "Electronic Commerce and the Government"

APA Citation:

MLA Citation: