The Internet In Brazil

Author : Peter Knight,Flavio Feferman,Nathalia Foditsch
Publisher : Google Access
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2016-11-18
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9788567871783

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Broadband In Brazil by Peter Knight,Flavio Feferman,Nathalia Foditsch Pdf

The Internet has been a reality in Brazil for more than 20 years. Its growth has been encouraged by the government, by large telecom companies, and by small and medium Internet service providers, as well as by rapidly increasing demand. The achievements to date are clear, but almost half the population is still not participating in the digital world. Furthermore, the cost of broadband is still high and its quality should be improved so that it will be possible to take advantage of all the benefits it can bring, whether related to health, education, or even the exercise of political rights. It is necessary, therefore that the Brazilian Internet be fast, reliable, and accessible. This book brings together 23 specialists in various areas related to broadband, specialists who wanted to discuss Brazil’s public policies and regulations as well as the progress and challenges related to expanding access to broadband Internet service. The 16 chapters also address the evolution of the country’s broadband infrastructure, including experiences of entrepreneurship and public-private partnerships. This debate is fundamental for Brazil’s technological, economic and social progress.

Author : André Pereira Neto,Matthew B. Flynn
Publisher : Springer
Page : 459 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-24
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783319992891

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The Internet and Health in Brazil by André Pereira Neto,Matthew B. Flynn Pdf

The popularization of the Internet, due in larger part to the advent of multifunctional cell phones, poses new challenges for health professionals, patients, and caregivers as well as creates new possibilities for all of us. This comprehensive volume analyzes how this social phenomenon is transforming long-established healthcare practices and perceptions in a country with one of the highest numbers of Internet users: Brazil. After an opening text that analyzes the Internet and E-Health Care as a field of study, the book comprises six parts. The first part introduces the emergence and development of the internet in Brazil, its pioneering experience in internet governance, digital inclusion, and online citizen participation. The second part is dedicated to internet health audiences by analyzing the cases of patients, the young, and the elderly seeking and sharing health information online, especially in virtual communities. The third part is dedicated to the challenges that the expansion of the internet in healthcare poses to all of us, such as the evaluation of the quality of health information available online and the prevention of the risks involved with online sales, cyberbullying, and consumption of prescription medicines. The fourth presents some innovative e-learning experiences carried out with different groups in Brazil, while the fifth part analyses some practical applications involving the Internet and health, including studies on M-Health, the Internet of things, serious games and the use of new information and communication technologies in health promotion. The last chapter analyses the future of healthcare in the Internet Age. The authors establish a critical and creative debate with international scholarship on the subject. This book is written in a direct and comprehensible way for professionals, researchers, students of communication and health, as well as for stakeholders and others interested in better understanding the trends and the different challenges related to the social phenomenon of the internet in health.

Author : Peter T. Knight
Publisher : Author House
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781491872482

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The Internet in Brazil by Peter T. Knight Pdf

Demi Getschko, Member of the Brazilian Internet Steering Committee (CGI.br) and Chairman Executive Committee of the Brazilian Network Information Center (NIC.br). "This is the right book at the right time, when Internet governance is in the headlines. the political visions behind Brazil's governance system are very advanced and embody the rich diversity of our academic, political, technical, entrepreneurial, and civil society stakeholders. That diversity has allowed the Internet to flourish in our country. Peter Knight captures all these visions in a book that the reader will find both provocative and pleasurable to read." Michael Stanton, Director of Research and Development, National Education and Research Network (RNP). "This book provides a very informative description of how Brazilian governments and allied institutions have together built, and continue to extend, the communications infrastructure required for a modern knowledge-based society. the job is by no means complete, but the book shows examples of how future extensions can continue to be built to improve the result. Unsurprisingly, a common thread throughout the book is the emphasis on providing ubiquitous fiber optical infrastructure so that future expansion can reuse existing communications cables." Steve Goldstein, Former National Science Foundation Program Officer for International Internet Connections and former Member of the Board of ICANN. "In this short book, Dr. Knight, a former World Bank economist and manager now living in Brazil, moves from a meticulously detailed rendition of the development of networking in Brazil through to the adoption of Internet technology by the academic community. Then, he follows the path to commercialization and present day status and the very latest global policy implications for Internet governance (e.g., NET Mundial). A gift to Internet historians and policy wonks as well!" Nagy Hanna, Author, Advisor, Academic. Former senior advisor on e-transformation and chief strategist at the World Bank. "The Internet is central to realizing any eTransformation strategy. Harnessing this 21st century infrastructure is increasingly critical for the economic health and competitiveness of nations. Peter is a keen observer of the Internet's evolution, use, and governance in Brazil. This book is a timely and readable analysis that should help both external observers and Brazilians understand this important country's approach to the Internet." Vanda Scartezini, Former National Secretary for Information Technology Policy and twice former member of ICANN Board of Directors. "Extremely relevant for rescuing the memory of Internet's evolution in Brazil. the book provides an excellent opportunity for the youth of today and tomorrow understand the path that led to them this fantastic opportunity for personal and social development that is the Internet."

Author : Samantha S. Moura Ribeiro
Publisher : Springer
Page : 223 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2016-08-16
Category : Law
ISBN : 9783319335933

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Democracy after the Internet - Brazil between Facts, Norms, and Code by Samantha S. Moura Ribeiro Pdf

This book throws new light on the way in which the Internet impacts on democracy. Based on Jürgen Habermas’ discourse-theoretical reconstruction of democracy, it examines one of the world’s largest, most diverse but also most unequal democracies, Brazil, in terms of the broad social and legal effects the internet has had. Focusing on the Brazilian constitutional evolution, the book examines how the Internet might impact on the legitimacy of a democratic order and if, and how, it might yield opportunities for democratic empowerment. The book also assesses the ways in which law, as an institution and a system, reacts to the changes and challenges brought about by the Internet: the ways in which law may retain its strength as an integrative force, avoiding a ‘virtual’ legitimacy crisis.

Author : Brazilian Network Information Center,Regional Centre of Studies for the Development of the Information Society,UNESCO
Publisher : UNESCO Publishing
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2019-12-20
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789231003660

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Assessing Internet Development in Brazil by Brazilian Network Information Center,Regional Centre of Studies for the Development of the Information Society,UNESCO Pdf

Author : Helton Levy
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2018-10-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781498585149

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The Internet, Politics, and Inequality in Contemporary Brazil by Helton Levy Pdf

This book explores digital media produced from the favelas, urban occupations, and in the countryside of Brazil. It looks as the ways that members of the marginalized social periphery are able to use new media to vocalize historical demands for social justice and better public services, and to denaturalize inequality overall.

Author : Marion Albers,Ingo Wolfgang Sarlet
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 493 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2022-03-12
Category : Law
ISBN : 9783030903312

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Personality and Data Protection Rights on the Internet by Marion Albers,Ingo Wolfgang Sarlet Pdf

This book focuses on protection needs and new aspects of personality and data protection rights on the Internet, presenting a comprehensive review that discusses and compares international, European and national (Brazilian, German, Pakistani) perspectives. It deals with overarching questions, such as whether universal minimum standards of privacy protection can be developed or how regional data protection rights can be safeguarded and enforced extraterritorially, given the conditions of the Internet. Furthermore, the book addresses new challenges and novel rights, e. g., data retention and protection against mass surveillance, the right to be forgotten, rights to anonymity, legal issues of the digital estate or rights relating to algorithmic decision-making. Furthermore, the book explores how well-known paradigms, such as liability for personality rights violations or damages, have to be adapted in view of the significant role of intermediaries.

Author : Markus Fraundorfer
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2017-11-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781786604552

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Rethinking Global Democracy in Brazil by Markus Fraundorfer Pdf

This book opens up contemporary and novel practices of Brazil's democracy for examination, including responses to global food security, the purchase of drugs, open democracy and internet governance.

Author : Juliano Spyer
Publisher : UCL Press
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2017-10-23
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781787351677

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Social Media in Emergent Brazil by Juliano Spyer Pdf

Since the popularisation of the internet, low-income Brazilians have received little government support to help them access it. In response, they have largely self-financed their digital migration. Internet cafés became prosperous businesses in working-class neighbourhoods and rural settlements, and, more recently, families have aspired to buy their own home computer with hire purchase agreements. As low-income Brazilians began to access popular social media sites in the mid-2000s, affluent Brazilians ridiculed their limited technological skills, different tastes and poor schooling, but this did not deter them from expanding their online presence. Young people created profiles for barely literate older relatives and taught them to navigate platforms such as Facebook and WhatsApp

Author : OECD
Publisher : OECD Publishing
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2020-10-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789264938595

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OECD Reviews of Digital Transformation Going Digital in Brazil by OECD Pdf

Going Digital in Brazil analyses recent developments in Brazil’s digital economy, reviews policies related to digitalisation and makes recommendations to increase policy coherence in this area.

Author : World Trade Press
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 31 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1003625755

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Brazil Media, Internet & Telecommunications Complete Profile by World Trade Press Pdf

Author : Juliano Spyer
Publisher : UCL Press
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2017-10-23
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781787351653

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Social Media in Emergent Brazil by Juliano Spyer Pdf

Since the popularisation of the internet, low-income Brazilians have received little government support to help them access it. In response, they have largely self-financed their digital migration. Internet cafés became prosperous businesses in working-class neighbourhoods and rural settlements, and, more recently, families have aspired to buy their own home computer with hire purchase agreements. As low-income Brazilians began to access popular social media sites in the mid-2000s, affluent Brazilians ridiculed their limited technological skills, different tastes and poor schooling, but this did not deter them from expanding their online presence. Young people created profiles for barely literate older relatives and taught them to navigate platforms such as Facebook and WhatsApp

Author : Antonio Luciano de Andrade Tosta,Eduardo F. Coutinho
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 435 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2015-12-14
Category : History
ISBN : 9781610692588

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Brazil by Antonio Luciano de Andrade Tosta,Eduardo F. Coutinho Pdf

Ideal for high school and undergraduate students, this one-stop reference explores everything that makes up modern Brazil, including its geography, politics, pop culture, social media, daily life, and much more. Home to the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 Summer Olympic Games—and one of the world's fastest-growing economies—Brazil is quickly becoming a prominent player on the international stage. This book captures the essence of the nation and its people in a unique, topically organized volume. Narrative chapters written by expert contributors examine geography, history, government and politics, economics, society, culture, and contemporary issues, making Brazil an ideal one-stop reference for high school and undergraduate students. Coverage on religion, ethnicity, marriage and sexuality, education, literature and drama, art and architecture, music and dance, food, leisure and sport, and media provides a comprehensive look at this giant South American country—the largest nation in Latin America as well as the fifth largest nation in the world. Students will be engaged by up-to-the-minute coverage of topics such as daily life, social media, and pop culture in Brazil. Sidebars and photos highlight interesting facts and people, while a glossary, a chart of holidays, and an annotated bibliography round out the work.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Information Gatekeepers Inc
Page : 11 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2024-05-20
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Brazil Telecom by Anonim Pdf

Author : Wilson, Joseph
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2016-01-26
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781466697744

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Overcoming Gender Inequalities through Technology Integration by Wilson, Joseph Pdf

Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) exert a great influence on global activities. ITC has affected the structure of governments, economies, cultures, and even human health. Another area in which ICT has had a tremendous impact is within the developing world and nations where women face repression and fewer opportunities. Overcoming Gender Inequalities through Technology Integration is a critical source for understanding the role of technology adoption within female empowerment and equality in developing nations and beyond. This publication examines the strategies applicable to the use of technology in the purist of societal recognition of women in addition to the trajectory and visibility of women in developing as well as developed countries in which they have access to ICTs. This book is an essential reference source for students and teachers of gender studies or information technology, women’s advocacy groups, policy makers, NGOs, and technology developers.