Access to Digital Technology (Edexcel IGCSE ICT)
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Unequal access & socialising
What is the digital divide?
The digital divide is the gap between people who have access to digital devices and the internet and people who do not
Factors that affect people's access include:
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Economy & infrastructure |
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Location |
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Politics |
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Religion |
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Disability |
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Social |
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Changes in ways of socialising
Traditional methods of socialising, meeting in person and talking, have been replaced with an increased use of digital devices
The internet allows people to connect with other people around the world
The use of digital devices can lead to isolation and anxiety around meeting people in real life
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