Information technologies are fast becoming an essential part of most sectors of the American economy. Today, more than half of the nation{\textquoteright}s work force uses computers on the job. Having begun as internal systems in large corporations and universities, computer networks have been embraced by small businesses, individuals, and the non-profit sector. Community organizations have been able to use the new technologies in innovative ways to meet some of the social challenges present in today{\textquoteright}s inner cities. In the process of adopting these technologies, community organizations have changed the ways they are used and perceived, integrating them into their work in creative and non-traditional ways.
Reprinted with permission. Published in~Journal of Urban Technology, Volume 3, Issue 1, April 1995, pages 19-28.
Publisher URL:~http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10630739508724514
NOTE: At the time of publication, the author Anu Vedantham was affiliated with National Telecommunications and Information Administration.