Date of Award
5-1-2011
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Geography
Department
Earth & Environmental Systems
Abstract
This study examines the relationship between internet development and various socio-economic factors that are assumed to affect internet infrastructure development decision. The data collected for 35 Asian countries is secondary data collected from various sources. This study tests six hypotheses about the impact of various socio-economic factors and economic freedom indicators on Internet Penetration Rate (IPR) and Internet Service Providers (ISP). The findings show that the IPR can be statistically explained by one independent variable: GDP (Gross Domestic Product). The study models also include Purchasing Power Parity (PPP), literacy rate, fertility rate, the percentage of urban population, the country‟s status as a former European Colony, Business Freedom, Freedom from Corruption, and Property Rights.
Recommended Citation
Chand, Smriti, "The Locational Determinants of Internet Usage in Asia and Nepal" (2011). All-Inclusive List of Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 639.
https://scholars.indianastate.edu/etds/639
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