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Developing Countries and the Internet, 2002.
A comparative study of how developing countries in Asia are dealing with the negative impacts of the internet.
6,296 words (approx. 25.2 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 146.95
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This paper examines how Malaysia, India and the Philippines are dealing with digital divide, how Thailand, India and China are dealing with exclusion by language and how Myanmar (Burma), Vietnam and Singapore are dealing with cultural pollution. Through a comparative study, it shows the governments of the above mentioned countries are heavily involved in trying to do away with the negative impacts of the Internet that plague their countries.
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Abstract
Table of contents
Chapter One - Introduction
Chapter Two - Literature Review
Chapter Three - Methodology
Chapter Four - Findings
Chapter Five - Summary of Findings, Limitations of the Study, Suggestions For Further Research and Conclusions
References
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"Afemann begins with Internet hosts statistics from Network Wizards. There were almost 20 million hosts on the Internet in July 1997. The US gets about sixty per cent of all Internet hosts while the Third World is participating with a mere three per cent. The paper goes on to say that about 82.5 per cent of worldwide Internet hosts are in the G7-countries, which make up only about ten per cent of world population. However, the most populated countries of the Third World, namely China, India, Brazil and Nigeria all together make up only 0.6% of all hosts although they possess about a third of world population. In Nigeria, the most populated country in Africa, there were only four Internet hosts in January 1997."
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The Internet and Community Development, 2006.
This paper discusses the Internet as a powerful enabling technology that fosters the development of communities.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, $ 35.95
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In this article, the writer discusses how the Internet has revolutionized the way in which human beings interact, altering forever society. The writer points out that it has created pathways of communication unlike anything ever experienced before. The writer maintains that today thanks to the powerfully enabling technology of the Internet, geographical location is no longer a hindrance to community development. Further, the writer notes that physical boundaries no longer need separate people of similar interests and attitudes.
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Internet Access, 2005.
A discussion of how the Internet needs to become available to all people, especially in developing countries.
824 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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This paper argues that, with the technological revolution that has taken place over the past decade, the Internet can no longer be considered a luxury, but rather a necessity. The writer looks at how some developing countries, such as those in Asia, are still far behind in providing Internet access to all their citizens and how this issue needs to be resolved.
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"Internet is certainly not a luxury anymore since it is redefining everything from business networking to socializing to job hunting and working. But for some countries, Internet is still a luxury that only the rich can afford. This is because these countries are characterized by growing poverty, lack of educational facilities and an increasing dearth of sincere effort for revitalization of technological infrastructure. These countries thus lag behind when it comes to using computers and accessing the Internet. This technological disparity that allows industrialized countries to have greater access to Internet and computers compared to some less-developed nations is termed as digital divide or disparities in Internet access. It is defined as "the gap between those who have access to technology and those who do not."(Arrison, 2002) In specific terms, Digital Divide refers to the persistent gap between individuals, societies, countries, and social classes in their ability to access the Internet and other technologies."
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Internet and Globalization, 2005.
A discussion about accessibility of the internet to the entire world on a global scale - developed and non-developed countries alike.
10,105 words (approx. 40.4 pages), 19 sources, MLA, $ 204.95
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Globalization has sparked a revolution in information and communication technology, resulting in the emergence of an Information Age that boasts the arrival of new levels of global interconnectedness. Overcoming this process requires concerted efforts in many different directions, including political, social, economic and most importantly, educational fronts. However, the current formal system of education is ill equipped to respond to the challenges that globalization brings. Many researchers have offered arguments in support and against globalization as it applies to democracy. This paper examines the current state of research and offers resolutions for the reality of the Internet as a massive digital network with open standards, suggesting that universal and inexpensive access to a wide variety of communication media and models is not an unimaginable attainment.
Acknowledgments
Abstract
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Hypothesis
Rationale
Literature Review
Recommendations
Conclusions
Bibliography
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"The 20th century has emerged as the century of science and technology that has dramatically and irreversibly changed society and civilization. Ocean-liners that bridged continents and railroads that conquered the old West have given way to inexpensive and widely available jet travel that have reduced the world to a global village. With electric power came automation, and agricultural advances quickly produced a surplus and farms today only employ a small percentage of the population in most advanced countries. The age of electricity and radio rapidly switched to TV, electronics, computers and the Internet, thereby creating a strong electronic consciousness. During the latter part of the 20th century, democracy has emerged as the clear path to follow."
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The Development of Underdeveloped Countries, 2002.
This paper disagrees with the assumtion that the progression of less developed countries will mirror those of already developed countries.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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This is a paper that invalidates the hypothesis that progression of Less Developed Countries will mirror that of already developed countries.
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Growth and Modernization in Developing Countries, 2006.
This paper examines the methods and strategies used in developing and modernizing poor and underprivileged countries post-WWII and up to the 1960s.
2,404 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 73.95
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The writer of this paper discusses the basic tools needed for the economic development of poor and underprivileged countries which include: Capital accumulation, industrialization, foreign aid and development planning. This paper focuses on the years after WWII and up to the 1960s and the economic problems facing poor and under-developed countries. After WWII these countries could not rely on international trade. The less developed countries needed substantial capital and resources to start the industrialization process which would result in more jobs and an increase in productivity which in turn would increase the income of the working class citizen. The writer of this paper discusses the methods and strategies that were utilized to increase productivity in various Latin-American countries. This paper also touches on the World Bank's involvement in assisting these same countries while committing to end poverty and social injustice.
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Theories of Growth and Modernization
Structuralist Theories
Critique of the Growth and Modernization Models
A Shift to Basic Needs Approach
Bibliography
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"The Latin American experience with import substitution together with the fact that a large segment of the population did not get sizable benefits from the growth in the modern industrial sector and the limitation imposed by the domestic market led structuralists to adjust their approach beginning in the 1980's. Among the adjustments were: emphasis on developing the entrepreneurial class to lead in the export thrust without abandoning their basic proposition that development must come from within; redefine the role of the state by deemphasizing control-centered interventions in favor of a more facilitating kind."
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East Asian Newly Industrialized Countries, 2002.
Outlines the economic growth of East Asian newly industrialized countries and discusses the effects of globalization on these countries.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 11 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper begins by briefly outlining the astronomical pace of economic growth in the East Asian NICs. It then explores the course of development's relationship to development theory. It asserts that the neo-liberal link between economic development and democracy and greater equality is dismissed by the experience of the NICs. However, the dependency/world system approach, currently expressed in globalization, is affirmed by the recent history of the East Asian NICs and the present situation.
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Globalization and Developing Countries, 2005.
A thorough look at the effects of financial globalization on developing countries.
6,258 words (approx. 25.0 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 146.95
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This report uncovers some of the trends in financial integration through globalization do in fact help developing nations grow faster and how financial integration affects macroeconomic volatility. The paper also suggests some benefits of financial globalization and how these scenarios could, if used properly, be fully harnessed. Through an examination of variables such as fixed and floating exchange rates, macroeconomic volatility and the roles played by governments, this report hones in on effects of financial globalization on developing countries. Includes several graphs and tables.
Introduction
Brief History of Globalization and Financial Globalization
Summary and Main Theme of the Paper
Organization of the Paper
Necessary Elements for Successful Financial Globalization
Benefits from Successful Financial Globalization
Conditions of Developing Countries for Accepting Financial Integration
Risks of Financial Globalization for Developing Countries
Does Financial Integration Help Developing Countries Grow Faster?
How Does it Affect Macroeconomic Volatility in These Countries?
How Can the Benefits of Financial Globalization be Fully Harnessed?
Conclusion
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"Another way to harness globalization is to have sound government operations that promote strong and positive investment inflows from the international mutual funds. This government must be fully cognizant that they may have to relinquish some internal power so as to enhance the communication with the established global powers to be. Developing countries also can not overlook the risk factors that come along with the financial globalization. "Capital controls are advocated both as a way of preventing and managing this latter type of crisis, and as a regulatory remedy to mitigate excess borrowing in the first place, when financial regulation is too weak to address the moral hazard incentives of explicit and implicit government guarantees. (Little & Olivei, 1999)
Their independent macroeconomic policies and domestic governance does affect the entire process and an overvalued exchange rate or overextended domestic lending boom could create a global crisis. Developing nations must grasp that transparency entails dealing with international investors who may destabilize a developing country's financial markets if they are allowed to run free. Thus, to best harness and derive the benefits from financial globalization, developing nations must establish a foundation that is based on the volatility of international capital flows, macroeconomic policies and a sound governmental base."
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Rapid Population Growth in Underdeveloped Countries, 1996.
Studies effects of rapid population growth in urban areas in underdeveloped countries. Focus is on Indonesia & other southeast Asian countries.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 8 sources, $ 47.95
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"Statistical evidence gathered by the World Bank indicates that Indonesia, along with other low and middle income South East Asian countries, is experiencing a steadily expanding population. The World Development Report calculates that Indonesia's population as of 1995 was just over 178 million (World Development Report, 1992, 218).
The average rate of population growth for Indonesia between 1980 and 1990 was 1.8 percent. Between 1990 and the year 2000, this percentage is projected to be 1.6 (World Development Report, 1992, 268). By comparison, Cambodia's percent of population growth in the same time periods are 2.6 and 1.9 percent. Cambodia's present population is calculated at 8.5 million...."
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Voter Turnout in Different Countries, 2004.
A look at the main factor that affects voter participation in different countries.
2,161 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 67.95
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This paper looks at the effects of diminishing marginal returns on voter turnout by comparing voter turnout in various countries. The paper looks at countries with both high and low voter turnout and attempts to explain the differences in the importance of the vote.
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Voter Turnout in Established and Less-Established Democracies
A Comparison of the United States and Other Countries
Voter Turnout in Single-member Districts vs. Proportional Representation
Conclusion
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"While the leaders in turnout during the past few decades have been mainly new democracies, when one looks at broader figures there does appear to be a difference in turnout between "established democracies" and ?less-established democracies. Political scientist Arend Lijphart, categorized established democracies as all countries that are democratic now, and have been democratic for the last 20 years, and which have a population of at least a quarter of a million people (International IDEA, 2000)."
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Multinational Enterprises and Developing Countries, 2003.
Examines whether developing countries should fear multinational enterprises (MNEs).
2,703 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 81.95
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This essay shows why developing countries should not fear MNEs. This essay discusses economic factors pertaining to this issue. Following a detailed analysis of the impact of MNEs, the writer demonstrates the case of South Korea, which is one of the 'Four Tigers'. The South Korea case forms an excellent example of the point made here above, namely, that MNEs and their investments need not to be feared but rather be encouraged by developing countries.
1. Introduction
2. Analytical Framework
2.1. The Nature of MNEs and Proposed Investment
2.2. Host Countries' Attributes
3. The Impact of MNEs on Developing Countries
3.1. Resource Transfer Effects
3.1.1. Capital
3.1.2. Technology
3.1.3. Management
3.1.4. Criticisms
3.2. Competition
3.3. Balance of Payments Account
3.4. Employment
4. The Case: South Korea
5. Conclusion
6. Reference List
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"Today's global economy characterized by free trade, free flow of capital and to certain extent free flow of management and technical personnel, is embodied by multinational enterprises (MNEs). Since the end of World War II, MNEs have made substantial investment for operating business in many developing countries. History has shown that MNEs, which undertook foreign direct investments (FDI) in developing countries, strongly contributed to the economic growth of these host countries, hence to the improvement of their living standards. The advantages of FDI generated by MNEs outweighed by far the disadvantages of FDI and the presence of MNEs in these countries, respectively. This is exhibited especially in the case of the four Tiger States in Asia, but also in Latin America and partly in Africa. In the end, the free market system has always proved itself as the major catalyst for economic growth."
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The Role of Central Banks in Third World Countries, 2006.
A brief overview of the role that central banks play in the economies of third world countries.
885 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper explains the primary objective of central banks in third world countries, how they benefit developing economies and how they may also present problems for developing countries. The paper also explains why central banks, even though they may be facing the gradual erosion of their status and power, will likely be needed by developing countries, albeit in a somewhat different form, for some time yet to come.
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"Central banks in their current incarnation are quasi-governmental institutions that are operated with taxpayer dollars but have considerable independence in the performance of their duties. Their goal is to achieve financial stability, in general, and to control inflation, in particular. Their primary method is to regulate the flow of currency; their most potent tool is their authority to raise or lower interest rates. If a particular national economy is stagnant with little or no inflation, a central bank can stimulate growth by cutting interest rates and, presumably, increasing the flow of currency into the system. If an economy is growing too fast and inflation is rising, a central bank can slow things down by raising interest rates."
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IT in Developing Countries, 2005.
An examination of the difficulties in implementing technological advances in Third World or developing countries.
9,878 words (approx. 39.5 pages), 24 sources, MLA, $ 200.95
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This study identifies potential hurdles and problems that are associated with information systems and technology setup in developing countries. This study also identifies the current issues existing in many developing markets and the effects that these conditions have on information system implementation. It shows how studies indicated that politics, law, culture, economics, technology infrastructure, and the availability of skilled personnel have greatly influenced the difference of key issues in IS management between developed and developing countries. It is considered important, therefore, to understand countries? IS needs and requirements. The information gained though this study helps an individual review the conditions that exist in any region and review factors that have the potential to vary the results.
Chapter: 1 Introduction
1.1 Background of the Study
1.2 Purpose and Objective
1.3 Limitations of the Study
Chapter: 2 Literature Review
Chapter: 3 Methodology
Chapter: 4 Discussion and Review
Chapter: 5 Conclusion
Chapter: 6 Bibliography
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"The advantages of implementing an information and technology system in any country are numerous. There are however, many hurdles and constraints. These have to be overcome prior to the implementation of these systems. These issues are further compounded in developing countries, which might not always have the necessary supporting infrastructures such as telecommunication and supporting services (qualified personnel) needing for the smooth running of the entire system. The great strides made by China and India is recent times with respect to the advancement and development of IT systems however, are testimony to the fact that even developing countries with limited prior infrastructure can makes great leaps in their economies through use of information systems and technology."
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Forgiving the Debt of Third World Countries, 2002.
A discussion of the worldwide program underway which will offer partial debt relief to some of the poorest countries in the world.
1,051 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper discusses the new initiative named The Heavily Indebted Poor Countries (HIPC) Initiative, which was proposed by the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund in 1996 after it became obvious that not only were the world?s poorest countries unable to pay back loans made in the 1970s, but that the debt was creating a situation of increasing and continuing poverty. The paper discusses how the loaning systems of the 1970s were partially to blame for now ever-increasing debt and how this initiative will help re-establish economic autonomy is some of these third-world countries.
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"The roots of the debt problem can be traced back to the lending policies of the 1970s, when high oil prices hit the developing countries hard; in order to keep their governments and economies going, they turned to richer countries, foreign banks and international organizations for loans. International lenders, flush with cash from ?petrodollars? from oil-producing states, assumed that sovereign debt was a good risk because there was a prevalent belief that governments do not default on their loans."
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Middle Eastern Countries Curb Subversive Activities, 2007.
This paper looks at Middle Eastern countries that manage to curb subversive activities.
2,125 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 66.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that certain Middle East countries, specifically, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, and to a large degree Egypt and Saudi Arabia, as governments, as nations, seem to have few problems curbing fundamental subversion and the terrorist forces which have been otherwise successful in interrupting the economies and political processes of other governments in that area of the world. This silence causes the researcher to wonder, and to take a closer look at those countries where subversive activities are held in check, and where the people of those nations seem to inhabit the same rural and metropolitan spaces without leaving bombs in fruit stands or along the roadside aimed at killing whoever might come along. The writer discusses the difference between those countries where those kinds of destruction are not the order of the day, versus those nations where roadside bombs, destruction and the maiming of civilians are indeed very much the order of the day.
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Introduction
Focus, Comparison and Contrast
UAE
Answers From Within
Jordan
Islamic Justice
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"Still, unlike the UAE, Jordan has remained a self-sustaining economy, relying largely upon imports for its greater population needs, and subsistence for the small, largely impoverished family-farmers. Perhaps it is this simplicity in the economics of self-sustaining one's family on the land that has contributed to achieving a measure of stability in Jordan's political dynamics. It is difficult, one would suspect, to become overly interested in world politics, or even religious fanaticism, when one's focus must be that of sustaining small families in an agricultural environment where the land and product by which one sustains one's self and family is intricately intertwined with the forces of nature."
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