With the implications of a shared global knowledge economy, Facebook is among a number of companies to invest in the future of computing and non-traditional infrastructures.

Democratizing our access to globally accessible networks — through everything from solar-powered sticks to skyorbiters — is good for humanity. These new platforms for ‘Anywhere Connectivity’ aim to solve the physical barriers plaguing content distribution and deploy access to more sustainable and cost-efficient healthcare, education and financial services. Global Internet access and connectivity will empower billions — enabling everything from greater information sharing to mass emergency alert systems.

How an Expanded Internet Will Strengthen the Knowledge Economy