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FrontlineSMS
FrontlineSMS is free software that turns a laptop and a mobile phone into a central communications hub, which enables users to send and receive text messages with large groups of people through mobile phones. (FrontlineSMS) More info >>
Low-cost ICT devices: overview
This brief provides an overview of international initiatives on low-cost ICT devices for poverty reduction. (InfoDev: 2007) More info >>
Quick guide to low-cost computing devices and initiatives for the developing world
This site provides a useful inventory of known projects related to low-cost ICT devices for developing counties. (InfoDev) More info >>
Participatory spatial information management and communication in developing countries
This paper looks into the methodological and implementation issues of participatory geographic information systems (PGIS). (The electronic journal of information systems in developing countries: 2006) More info >>
The Open Knowledge Network: a proposal for local content creation and exchange
This report outlines the flexible and inclusive approach at the heart of the OKN dynamic and explains the key components and features of the network. (Dgroups: August 2002) More info >>
Local content creation and ICT for development
This paper examines some examples of local content creation in community ICT and media initiatives, drawing on case studies from UNESCO's work in the Asia-Pacific region, specifically India. (UNESCO: 2005) More info >>