ABSTRACT
It is generally accepted that communication and information systems are major factors for economical and social development, but still are underdeveloped in many developing countries (Gardner, 1994; Meadows, 1994; Vishloff et al, 1994; Ono, 1996; Thapisa, 1996). Financial, political and regulatory problems are some of the main obstacles to communication system development in developing countries (Ono, 1996; Anvekar et al., 1996; Gardner, 1994). The demand for communication and information services in developing countries is increasing (Anvekar et al., 1996; Meadows, 1994), but conventional copper wire infrastructures are too expensive to install and maintain in rural, less developed areas (Clontz, 1994; Ananasso, 1997; Gilder, 1995; Ramsay, 1995; Thapisa, 1996). Wireless communication systems offer greater flexibility in network design and faster deployment, and are more suitable in difficult terrain and climates (Javed et al.. 1994).
