Much of the focus for this project has been on 3rd world areas because these have always been underserved and this would allow these communities to gain access to many telecommunication services. The costs to consumers will be compatible with other telecommunication services, and this may also help small businesses throughout the world. Dr. Williams mentioned a training program for Korean telecommunication executives hosted by the IC2 Institute. They found that the Koreans were interested in bringing digital phone service to Asia and China. Asia is rapidly moving to standardize satellite technologies in order to offer seamless telecommunication services throughout Asia, especially to areas that could not receive wire-based communications in the past.
Wireless technologies are cheaper and are making rapid changes possible.
Dr. Ingle said the recent purchase of WebTV by Bill Gates is included in these ideas. Meghan is talking about. The 2nd part of her project will examine a brief history of the El Paso area. Phillip said he, Roni, and Alfredo are working with Carol on the Border database. It may include info on sports, news, media regulation, etc., and they will collaborate with and consolidate Carol's information with theirs.