use of computers in undeveloped countries.....?
929808
In my opinion, its because of there isn't much use of computer there. Most of them (native africans for example) are using traditional way of getting things done. Another case might be that there are not many ways to get a computer. Maybe because there are no electricity, no telephone cable connection, etc. \n\nHope this helps. This are merely opinions
86604
you can try your local library. i'm not sure if stores like best buy or circuit city rents out computers.
644921
South Africa doesn't have enough users ??????????
82541
To answer your question : technically speaking, it's a developING country; however I find it much more developed than many (theoretically) developed countries I've seen.\nA note for ku_lok : it's actually the other way round.\nA note for diehard : what makes you say that?????
201105
http://www.pcworld.com/reviews/article/0,aid,124883,00.asp
1076009
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1016504
I think your best bet would be to rent 10 laptops locally and ship them with you to the conference. There are many companies that can provide the necessary equipment with insurance contracts for out-of-country use.
828767
Before computers came information on many subjects were not readily available to all people equally.\nNow sites like wikipedia give full information on most of the topics\nYou are able to clear your doubt and get guidance from many people in yahoo answers.\nMan has always been curious to know how people lived in other parts of the world. People like Columbus, Marco polo and Vascode gama had to travel for years to get information/find what they were looking for. Now from your home you can wander ac cross the globe and over the space or under the sea to know what is happening there.\nAll these factors have changed the world as more and more people become computer users.
524843
People don't see the use of things.  It was never thought that people would want computers in their house, because the applications hadn't been invented.  And plus computers were as big as a house back then, no one realized they would get smaller.  My mom still doesn't think she needs wireless.  A friend doesn't think she needs a cell phone, even though it is getting really hard to find pay phones to stop at.  People can't see the use of things that haven't happened yet.  You never know what will catch on.
1100934
Computers are useful to almost everything...
523070
computers, except in a few VERY rare cases.
70570
use your computer's resource
138400
a decent PC with the most basic components can be found as low as $400USD but according to your specifications I'd be prepared to spend at least $1300USD if you're lucky to find a price. Dell allows for a lot of custamization they have a very reasonable payment plan ($20-$40USD a month) and have decent technical support allow for later upgrades that are relatively easy to do yourself (I installed a CD-RW drive myself with very little hassle and spent under $30)\n\nPS: what country you from?
845963
I'm sure you can hit up computer and internet cafes while you're in India to check your mail and whatnot. I don't think searching for a wireless solution for only a month will be worth your time and money.
198023
You seem fairly well acquainted with this project, so it's probable that any help given would just re-affirm what you have already found out.\n\nThere are a number of satellite providers in Africa - You would just need pick one that satisfies your needs. You will pay for different $ for different speeds. \n\nYou may want to set up a VPN between the schools - there would be some more setup involved, but you would get 'direct' connectivity in that manner. \n\nConsidering there are Satellite options available all over Africa, I would consider this your best option (unless there is a land based broadband provider in the area, which I assume there is not because you have posted this question). Anything else would just be a headache.
132244
You're going to have to look this up in your book or something, computers have thousands of uses, from simple email to playing movies to sorting files, etc. etc.
965096
What you are probably looking for is an RBGAN or BGAN (Broadband Global Area Network). These are pretty much small satellite Internet terminals meant for use in remote locations. In fact, many of the "streamed" news reports you have seen from Iraq use this exact device. Because of of the wide variety of applications for these devices, there are also just as many accessories so you will have no trouble finding any adapters necessary to use/charge them in just about any situation. RBGANs are currently being phased out for the newer BGANS which means that there are very good prices on them right now, but coverage will not be available after 12/31/08. Sooo... If you know you won't need it past 2008, go for the RGBAN, otherwise spring for the BGAN. I suggest you go with the INMARSAT satellite system since it is very well known and the one I am most familiar with. Satellite internet is NOT fast (normally around 144kbps, NOT cheap and you WILL be charged by the meg (think $10/MB). You should check out http://www.outfittersatellite.com/rbgan.htm and http://www.bgan.us/personal/personal.cfm if you are still serious about getting satellite internet. Good luck!\n\nOh, and the INMARSAT system DOES cover all of Africa.