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Broad Band Access in Rural Areas: Bridging the Digital Divide Through Technological Innovations

Sai Nithin Rayapalli, Md. Shoriful Islam, Gone Sumanth · 2025

Summary. Rural areas lack internet connectivity, restricting access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities. This paper proposes a hybrid broadband network combining cable TV infrastructure with Wi-Fi 6 mesh technology and satellite backhaul to deliver affordable, scalable internet access. The system uses solar-powered nodes and edge caching to maximize efficiency, enabling rural communities to access telemedicine, online education, and digital marketplaces.

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Rayapalli, S. N., Islam, M. S., & Sumanth, G.. (2025). Broad Band Access in Rural Areas: Bridging the Digital Divide Through Technological Innovations. https://doi.org/10.1109/dicct64131.2025.10986499

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DOI
10.1109/dicct64131.2025.10986499
Countries
India
Regions
Asia
Categories
broadband-and-digital, rural-healthcare, education
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2026-04-28