The Digital Divide: A Qualitative Study of Technology Access in Rural Communities

Farrokh Tahmasebi · 2023

Summary. Economic barriers, inadequate educational resources, and insufficient infrastructure significantly hinder digital access in rural communities. The study identifies affordability of devices and services, limited digital literacy programs, and poor internet connectivity as key obstacles. Bridging the digital divide requires multifaceted interventions combining targeted financial support, educational services, and infrastructure improvements through coordinated policy action and stakeholder collaboration.

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  title   = {The Digital Divide: A Qualitative Study of Technology Access in Rural Communities},
  author  = {Farrokh Tahmasebi},
  year    = {2023},
  doi     = {10.61838/kman.aitech.1.2.6},
  url     = {https://doi.org/10.61838/kman.aitech.1.2.6}
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DOI

10.61838/kman.aitech.1.2.6

Categories

broadband-and-digital, education, policy

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2026-04-28