A web-based registry of low-cost information technologies for developing countries

The need for the development of a web based registry of low-cost information technologies for developing countries was described. The low-cost forms of information technology helped the developing countries to overcome the large and growing gap existing between the extent of information technology in rich as against poor countries. It was suggested that a dedicated website needs to be developed, continuosly updated and disseminated among all institutions currently engaged in fostering the use of information technology in developing countries.