Practical Insights on Technology for ICT4D Projects

A Short History of Low-Cost Computers: From the IBM PCjr to Simputer to OLPC

A Short History of Low-Cost Computers: From the IBM PCjr to Simputer to OLPC

Published on: Oct 22 2010 by Wayan Vota - 1 Comment
Historically, there have been numerous initiatives targeting the creation of “computers for the poor,” but the quest for such devices has been an elusive...
Download the ICTworks Nokia App for Mobile Phones in the Ovi Store

Download the ICTworks Nokia App for Mobile Phones in the Ovi Store

Published on: Oct 15 2010 by Wayan Vota - 1 Comment
Do you have a Nokia mobile phone? Want to keep up with ICTworks news and network activity? Then download the ICTworks Nokia app from the Nokia Ovi Store. Before...
Which Anti-Virus Software Do You Recommend to Rural ICT Clients?

Which Anti-Virus Software Do You Recommend to Rural ICT Clients?

Published on: Oct 13 2010 by Wayan Vota - 4 Comments
When it comes to anti-virus software, everyone has an opinion. Most people choose one of the many commercial anti-virus software options, like
10 Signs That Your Computer is Infected with Viruses, Malware, or Trojans

10 Signs That Your Computer is Infected with Viruses, Malware, or Trojans

Published on: Oct 11 2010 by Wayan Vota - 2 Comments
PandaLabs, the anti-malware laboratory of Panda Security, has produced a simple guide to the 10 most common symptoms of infection, to help all users find out if...
Mobile Phone Math: ICT4D Scale in the Millions

Mobile Phone Math: ICT4D Scale in the Millions

Published on: Oct 08 2010 by Matt Berg - Comments Off on Mobile Phone Math: ICT4D Scale in the Millions
I’ve been working or interested in the space of ICT for Development (ICT4D) for about a decade now. During this time, I’ve seen a lot of exciting changes, but...
How to Survive and Thrive with Windows 7 Price Increases

How to Survive and Thrive with Windows 7 Price Increases

Published on: Oct 06 2010 by Wayan Vota - Comments Off on How to Survive and Thrive with Windows 7 Price Increases
Microsoft has introduced the Windows 7 operating system, and it seems to be a worthy replacement for Windows XP, which is EoL on October 22. Windows 7 has a much...
In 18 Days, the Worlds Ends: No New Computers with Windows XP

In 18 Days, the Worlds Ends: No New Computers with Windows XP

Published on: Oct 04 2010 by Wayan Vota - 1 Comment
For the last several years, Microsoft has threatened to end the ability of Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to install Windows XP on their hardware. Yet...
Which African Country Sold the Most ccTLD Website Domains?

Which African Country Sold the Most ccTLD Website Domains?

Published on: Oct 01 2010 by Wayan Vota - 3 Comments
If you are a web entrepreneur, you should be very interested in the size and health of your market and your competition. One number that should be prominent in...
Which African Country Leads in ICT Expenditures? The Answer will Surprise You!

Which African Country Leads in ICT Expenditures? The Answer will Surprise You!

Published on: Sep 22 2010 by Wayan Vota - 5 Comments
The World Bank’s Open Data initiative is intended to provide unfettered access to the World Bank’s data catalog, including databases, pre-formatted tables...
Inveneo ICT Sustainability Primer: What to consider when designing ICT projects in the developing world

Inveneo ICT Sustainability Primer: What to consider when designing ICT projects in the developing world

Published on: Sep 20 2010 by Wayan Vota - 1 Comment
Since 2006, Inveneo and our Certified ICT Partners have delivered innovative information and communication technology (ICT) solutions reaching more than 1,500,000...