Competition, not privatization, is the key to growth and to better service being available to the private sector. The latest telecom system technology is needed. Quite the contrary. Technology changes so fast that, in any case, this may not be feasible. Adapting existing infrastructure can be more practicable.
Computer literacy is essential to use the Internet effectively.
Computer literacy is useful, but it is not essential. IT services on government networks, such as land records, licences, and agricultural information, can be effectively used even by illiterate people. Software engineering graduates are essential to beginning web-based services. True for web designing and network management. Proficiency in the language of the target market is required before offering e-trade and IT services.