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Globalization and global equity are built on the premise of peace. The causes of many divisions and tensions in human communities lie in the imagined or real gain of financial or material assets of some elements of the community to be at the expense of others. The global community however lacks...

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Electronic business in developing countries -- Role of culture in electronic business diffusion in developing countries -- International e-commerce -- E-commerce infrastructure and economic impacts in developing countries -- E-marketplace adoption success factors -- E-commerce activity,...

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As career and technical education continues to evolve, technology applications are rapidly becoming vital instruments for instructional training and valuable learning tools for the overall enhancement of student experience. This handbook provides an authoritative reference collection on leading...

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