how many students are currently taking at least one online course? 1.6 million in 2002 3.9 million...
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How Many Students Are Currently Taking At Least
One Online Course?
1.6 Million in 2002
3.9 Million in 2007
4.6 Million in 2008 (25% of the Student Population)
How Many People Are Working Remotely In
The United States?
20 to 30 Million
Can You Name A Businesses That Is Not Currently Reliant On Information Technology?
A Robust Low Cost Infrastructure Is Needed to Attract Businesses
Lack of Access Reduces Productivity and Profitability Making Our Businesses Less Competitive
Where Are We Today In Northeast NC?
• 16% Of Our Population Is Un-Served (200 Kb Up and 384 Kb Down)*
• Majority Of Population Is Underserved (Below 1Mg Up and 4Mg Down)
• At What Price Does “Served” become “Un-served”
* 2008 Numbers
Solving The Last Mile
Technologies – Wireless, Fiber, House To House Relay
Organizations – For Profit, Non- Profit, Municipal
Business Model – Internet, Phone, Entertainment
We Need Your Help