Understanding the Digital Divide

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What does the term 'digital divide' refer to?

  • The gap between those who have access to digital technologies and those who do not (correct)
  • The gap between different smartphone brands in the market
  • The gap between computer science and artificial intelligence
  • The gap between rural and urban areas in terms of internet speed

What is one of the factors contributing to the digital divide?

  • Availability of free entertainment on the internet
  • The popularity of social media platforms
  • Access to infrastructure like broadband connections (correct)
  • High demand for digital devices

Why do many individuals or communities have limited access to digital technologies?

  • Refusal to adopt new technologies
  • Affordability is a significant barrier (correct)
  • Lack of interest in digital tools
  • Lack of availability of digital tools

What limits access to high-speed internet in some areas?

<p>Lack of infrastructure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do rural areas often have limited access to technology?

<p>Infrastructure challenges and lower investment in such areas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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