The internet is no longer a luxury, it is now a necessity. Yet still too many people lack stable, reliable and high-quality access, especially in economically disadvantaged and geographically remote groups.
The government and service providers are working to close this digital divide, but there are still sizable gaps to overcome. Other organizations like universities, law firms, accelerator programs, economic development groups, coding bootcamps and corporate entities are pitching in, helping folks find programs and resources to get connected or providing direct assistance of their own.
They engage in this effort because they know that every person struggling with broadband access is a missed opportunity, and that the strength of their local tech and business ecosystem depends on interconnectivity. Increased access would mean increased equity, and would be a key component in…
