5 Questions
What does the term 'digital divide' refer to?
The gap between those who have access to digital technologies and those who do not, or who have limited access
What contributes to the digital divide based on the given text?
Disparities in access to the internet, computers, smartphones, and digital literacy
Why do rural or remote areas often have limited access to high-speed internet?
Lack of investment in internet infrastructure in such areas
Which factor limits the access of many individuals or communities to digital technologies?
Affordability of devices or internet services
What is one of the disparities mentioned as contributing to the digital divide?
Disparities in access to internet infrastructure like broadband connections
Study Notes
Digital Divide
- Refers to the unequal access to digital technologies, particularly the internet, among different populations, communities, and individuals
- Caused by factors such as:
- Limited access to high-speed internet in rural or remote areas due to lack of infrastructure and high cost of installation
- Economic disparities, as individuals or communities with lower socioeconomic status have limited access to digital technologies
- Education and literacy, as those with lower educational attainment may not have the necessary skills to use digital technologies
- One of the disparities contributing to the digital divide is the unequal access to high-speed internet, especially in rural or remote areas.
Test your knowledge on the digital divide, which refers to the gap between those who have access to digital technologies and those who do not, or who have limited access. This quiz covers topics such as internet access disparities, computer usage, and its societal impact.
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