text Geneva]CH ITU 1993 monographic 124 p. Describes basic conditions governing the rural environment and suggests planning methodologies. Establishes a methodology for the analysis of rural demand aand sets out three objectives for development. Describes a number of alternative technologies such as digital point-to-multipoint, fixed- and mobile-satellite, trunk (and cellular) radio. Deals with measures, strategies and investments for developing rural telecommunications. Sets out terms of reference for the BDT's Action 94. DC 3/7/00 M2LMGR 05.07.03 I61