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Smart future for rural areas. The digital divide

André Torre · 2023 · HAL (Le Centre pour la Communication Scientifique Directe)

Summary. Rural areas face a persistent digital divide that threatens their future development. The paper examines how unequal access to digital infrastructure and services creates barriers for rural communities, limiting their economic opportunities and quality of life. Addressing this divide requires targeted policy interventions and investment to ensure rural populations can participate fully in the digital economy.

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Torre, A.. (2023). Smart future for rural areas. The digital divide. HAL (Le Centre pour la Communication Scientifique Directe). https://hal.inrae.fr/hal-04484964

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Countries
France
Regions
Europe
Categories
broadband-and-digital, policy, general-innovation
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2026-06-01