"Most places on Earth, the internet is more accessible than electricity, clean water, or basic sanitation."
I have a hard time believing that statement. May be so, but not to the people who lack electricity, clean water or basic sanitation.
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_v1GqsZFRxAc/R_qvwM4GdKI/AAAAAAAAAD...
And here is my experience from a visit in 2008:
http://thapz.blogspot.com/2008/04/cell-phones-leapfrog-drink...
In 2010 you can expect smart phones too, I guess. And there you have -- internet access in rural India, where there is no water and electricity.
"Most places on Earth, the internet is more accessible than electricity, clean water, or basic sanitation."
I have a hard time believing that statement. May be so, but not to the people who lack electricity, clean water or basic sanitation.