Definition: Ensuring digital infrastructure is accessible to all, including those with disabilities.Application: Examples of accessible web design and public kiosks.
A
Broadband Connectivity
Definition: The backbone of a connected community, enabling high-speed internet access.
Application: How broadband supports various services like telemedicine and online education.
B
Cybersecurity
Definition: Protecting digital infrastructure from cyber threats.
Application: Steps communities take to secure data and privacy.
C
Data Sovereignty
Definition: The concept that digital data is subject to the laws of the country in which it is located.
Application: How communities manage and protect their data.
D
Energy Efficiency
Definition: Using technology to reduce energy consumption.
Application: Smart grids and energy-efficient buildings.
E
Financing Models
Definition: Ways to fund smart city initiatives.
Application: Public-private partnerships, grants, and community investments.
F
Green Spaces
Definition: Integrating natural environments within urban planning.
Application: Tech-enabled parks that monitor health and usage.
G
Healthcare Technology
Definition: Digital tools for enhancing healthcare services.
Application: Telehealth services and wearable health monitors.
H
IoT (Internet of Things)
Definition: Network of interconnected devices collecting and sharing data.
Application: Sensors for traffic management and environmental monitoring.
I
Justice and Equity
Definition: Ensuring fair access to technology and its benefits.
Application: Bridging the digital divide with community programs.
J
Knowledge Sharing
Definition: Collaborative platforms for sharing information and best practices.
Application: Online forums and digital libraries for community learning.
K
Livability
Definition: Improving the quality of life through technology.
Application: Enhancements in public transportation and housing.
L
Mobility Solutions
Definition: Innovations in transportation for efficiency and sustainability.
Application: Bike-sharing programs and smart traffic signals.
M
Network Infrastructure
Definition: Physical and virtual resources supporting connectivity.
Application: Fiber optic cables and 5G networks.
N
Open Data
Definition: Making government data freely available to enhance transparency.
Application: Portals for accessing public records and city data.
O
Privacy Protection
Definition: Safeguarding personal information within digital systems.
Application: Policies and technologies for data privacy.
P
Quality of Service (QoS)
Definition: Standard of service and experience provided by digital systems.
Application: Ensuring reliable internet and service availability.
Q
Renewable Energy
Definition: Using sustainable sources to power digital infrastructure.
Application: Solar panels and wind turbines for community energy.
R
Smart Buildings
Definition: Structures equipped with technology to optimize resource use.
Application: Automated lighting and temperature control systems.
S
Transportation Management
Definition: Coordinating transportation systems for efficiency and safety.
Application: Real-time traffic data analysis and smart parking solutions.
T
Urban Planning
Definition: Designing city layouts with digital integration in mind.
Application: Planning for digital kiosks and connectivity in public spaces.
U
Virtual Engagement
Definition: Engaging citizens through digital platforms.
Application: Town hall meetings via webinars and virtual feedback systems.
V
Waste Management
Definition: Technologies for efficient trash collection and recycling.
Application: Sensors in bins to optimize collection routes.
W
eXperimental Technology
Definition: Pilot projects testing new smart city solutions.
Application: Drone delivery services and autonomous vehicle trials.
X
Youth Engagement
Definition: Involving younger generations in the digital community.
Application: STEM programs and digital literacy workshops.
Y
Zero-Emission Goals
Definition: Targets to eliminate carbon emissions within communities.
Application: Electrification of public transport and green building standards.
Z
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