This paper proposes a policy designed to motivate the private sector to expand infrastructure into unserved areas. It is appropriate for developing countries in which commercial carriers are allowed to offer telecommunications services. This paper describes the Haitian Internet sector, and some of the lessons that can be learned there.
Wireless technology can play an important role, if the spectrum management policies allow it.
The possibility of competition between Internet and telephone networks is also a significant issue. For updates on Internet in Haiti, see articles in Les Editions Cyberie and the New York Times. Also available in HTML . This paper describes a number of crucial issues to be faced in determining a nation's spectrum management policies, and some of the advantages and disadvantages of various choices. Although not specifically written for developing countries, several regulators have indicated that it has been useful in that context.