In the scientific article the prerequisites for development of information society in Ukraine and revealed its importance for development. Analyzed the concept of “information society” concept disclosed its application. The level of development of information society in Ukraine, disadvantages and problems on overcoming them according to the Strategy of information society development in Ukraine. Analyzed international rating indicators of information society development in Ukraine.
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