Numerous case studies from around the world highlight the link between increased connectivity and economic growth, notably in developing and emerging economies.

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R-LINK also delivers comprehensive connectivity for automotive services and applications in an AppStore (R-LINK Store).

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Meanwhile it is very interesting to think how the Internet of Things - that is, devices and objects with built-in connectivity - can link to our ability to use applications and exchange information socially.

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D-Link is the global leader in connectivity for consumer electronics and an award-winning designer, developer and manufacturer of networking, broadband, storage, home automation, security, and entertainment solutions for the digital home.

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Connectivity is limited to Wifi or bridged Bluetooth link to a Blackberry handheld.

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R-LINK will provide future Renault vehicles with affordable, intuitive multimedia connectivity, both with the outside world and with its users.

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In one notable case, when the industry agreed on a standard some years ago for the interoperation of digital consumer devices (the Digital Living Network Alliance or DLNA), the standards body, which included every company but Apple, agreed on specifications for six layers: connectivity, IP networking, discovery and control, media transport, media formats, and link protection.

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