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ITU INTERNET REPORT 2006:
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Prepared especially for
ITU TELECOM World (December 4-8 2006 in Hong
Kong), the 8th in the series
of ITU Internet Reports, entitled
digital.life, begins by examining the underlying
technologies for new digital lifestyles, from network
infrastructure to value creation at the edges. In studying
how businesses are adapting to fast-paced digital
innovation, the report looks at how they can derive value in
an environment driven by convergence at multiple levels.
Moreover, a great challenge lies in extending access to
underserved areas of the world. In light of media
convergence, a fresh approach to policy-making may be
required, notably in areas such as content, competition
policy, and spectrum management. And as our lives become
increasingly mediated by digital technologies, digital
identities (both abstract and practical) take on a new
dimension. Concerns over privacy and data protection do not
seem to be sufficiently addressed by today's online
environments. In this context, the report examines the
changing digital individual, and outlines the need for
improving the design of identity management mechanisms for a
healthy and secure digital world. |
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ITU Internet Reports 2006: digital.life was launched at
ITU Telecom World
2006 and is now
available online.
The report includes chapters on
enabling digital technologies and lifestyles, digital business, digital identity,
as well as comprehensive statistical tables covering over 200
economies. This is the 8th in the series of
ITU Internet Reports.
Download chapters or
purchase full version below! |
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