This policy brief argues that the economy is stronger and educational opportunities are greater, thanks in part to high-speed Internet access. It discusses the benefits that greater broadband penetration can have on the economic, education, and health. A recommendation to broaden access to broadband is to reform the FCC's Lifeline program to include broadband and make the program more efficient and accountable.
The National Broadband Resource Hub is made possible through the generous support of the Ford Foundation and Schmidt Futures. The site is administered by the Broadband Equity Partnership.