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Constructing the divide: Spatial disparities in broadband access

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  • Tony H. Grubesic

    () (Department of Geography, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio 43210-1361, USA)

  • Alan T. Murray

    () (Department of Geography, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio 43210-1361, USA)

Abstract

As residential broadband options such as cable and xDSL grow in popularity, broadband providers continue to roll out service in select market areas. However, due to technological limitations, some locations qualify for xDSL broadband service while others do not. The purpose of this article is to examine the impact of local geography on broadband (xDSL) network access. This type of micro-geographic analysis is important in two ways. First, a detailed analysis at the local level can reveal the spatial disparities in infrastructure access. Second, because broadband access is quickly emerging as the technology of choice for both small businesses and households, it is important to consider which locations will have opportunities for these connections and which locations will not. Utilising an integer programming model, the maximal covering location problem, and a geographic information system, xDSL broadband access is evaluated in Columbus, Ohio. Results indicate that many suburban areas can be left without adequate service.

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  • Tony H. Grubesic & Alan T. Murray, 2002. "Constructing the divide: Spatial disparities in broadband access," Papers in Regional Science, Springer;Regional Science Association International, vol. 81(2), pages 197-221.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:presci:v:81:y:2002:i:2:p:197-221
    Note: Received: 6 October 2000
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    Keywords

    Digital divide; internet; DSL; GIS; maximal covering location problem;

    JEL classification:

    • O0 - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth - - General
    • C0 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - General

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