The Semantic Web, E-Government and the Digital Divide

Deployed e-Gov systems and intended users’ access are analyzed. Included are national and local e-services, evoting and a local e-Gov system presenting information integration and security concerns. Semantic Web-based improvements are suggested to resolve security issues, provide an integration platform and facilitate use. Expected outcomes are user-centric e-Gov development, a reduced socio-technical digital divide and greater e-Gov success.

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