Digital divide by Liliana Rossetti https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide What is it? How do we solve it? en-us 2016-09-19 08:17:35 UTC 2024-11-08 06:03:28 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Diskette.png Emanuele Enciso https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125178873 Digital divide is a term that refers to the gap between demographics and regions that have access to modern information and communications technology, and those that don't or have restricted access. This technology can include the telephone, television, personal computers and the Internet.
Well before the late 20th century, digital divide referred chiefly to the division between those with and without telephone access; after the late 1990s the term began to be used mainly to describe the split between those with and without Internet access, particularly broadband.
The digital divide typically exists between those in cities and those in rural areas; between the educated and the uneducated; between socioeconomic groups; and, globally, between the more and less industrially developed nations. Even among populations with some access to technology, the digital divide can be evident in the form of lower-performance computers, lower-speed wireless connections, lower-priced connections such as dial-up, and limited access to subscription-based content.]]> 2016-09-20 17:39:46 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125178873 Braian salese https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125545815 The term digital divide refers to the gap between those who have ready access to computers and the Internet, and those who do not. More precisely, it is an economic and social inequality with regard to access to, use of, or impact of information and communication technologies (ICT). This definition includes the skills to make use of ICT as an important element. More than just accessibility, digital divide may exist within the same country or between differing countries or regions of the world. In fact, within many countries including the industrialized ones, there are inequalities between individuals, businesses, or geographic areas, usually at different socioeconomic levels. For instance, the marginalized members of society, like the poor, rural, elderly, and handicapped portion of the population do not have access to computers or the internet. However, the wealthy, middle-class population and those living in urban areas are luckier to be digitally active members of society. At the global level, the digital divide may refer to the divide between differing countries or regions of the world. This divide is also called global digital divide and it exists mainly between developing and developed countries on an international scale.]]> 2016-09-21 19:17:48 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125545815 Arianna Airaghi https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125563548 Singapore has overtaken Finland to become the most effective user of digital technology in the world, according to the latest Networked Readiness Index (NRI). However, it is European nations that dominate the leader-board, with seven top 10 places this year. Singapore is the sole remaining Asian Tiger following the demotion of Hong Kong and South Korea.
The NRI is part of the World Economic Forum’s Global Information Technology Report 2015: ICTs for Inclusive Growth. The NRI identifies the capacity of countries to leverage Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), by assessing the overall political and business environment, the level of ICT readiness and usage among the population, businesses and government, as well as the overall impacts of ICTs on the economy and society at large.

The 2015 results, which cover 143 economies, confirm the dominance of advanced economies and the persistence of the multiple-faceted digital divides not only across but also within economies. They reveal the pervasive digital poverty that deprives the neediest from the opportunities offered by ICTs.

Beyond this diagnosis, the 2015 edition of the report provides solutions from leading experts and practitioners to alleviate digital poverty and make the ICT revolution a global reality.

Here is a list of the top 10 economies making the most of the digital age, according to the NRI:


]]> 2016-09-21 20:54:24 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125563548 The Digital Divide proffross1 https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125573205 2016-09-21 22:30:16 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125573205 The Digital Divide in education proffross1 https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125573283 2016-09-21 22:31:20 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125573283 What is the digital divide? proffross1 https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125573395 2016-09-21 22:33:05 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125573395 Digital Divide and Knowledge divide proffross1 https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125573482 2016-09-21 22:34:47 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125573482 Matteo Colombo https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125627544 The Digital Divide, or the digital split, is a social issue referring to the differing amount of information between those who have access to the Internet (specially broadband access) and those who do not have access. The term became popular among concerned parties, such as scholars, policy makers, and advocacy groups, in the late 1990s.

Dimensions of the Divide
Broadly speaking, the difference is not necessarily determined by the access to the Internet, but by access to ICT (Information and Communications Technologies) and to Media that the different segments of society can use. With regards to the Internet, the access is only one aspect, other factors such as the quality of connection and related services should be considered. Today the most discussed issue is the availability of the access at an affordable cost and quality.

Bridging the Gap
The idea that some information and communication technologies are vital to quality civic life is not new. Some suggest that the Internet and other ICTs are somehow transforming society, improving our mutual understanding, eliminating power differentials, realizing a truly free and democratic world society, and other benefits.
]]> 2016-09-22 07:48:52 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125627544 Federico Colombo Forti https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125627742 For digital divide we mean the difference of information and technologies that separates some etnical classes or whole countries.
This problem became globally at the starting of the new millennium.
A country must need the access to this technologies for the economic develepment, in fact, in the last years the difference between the less developed countries and the developed ones is becoming bigger and bigger.
Try to take internet connection and telecomunication to the developing countries could be a solution to this problem ]]> 2016-09-22 07:50:13 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125627742 Matteo Tallarico https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125628328 A term used to describe the discrepancy between people who have access to and the resources to use new information and communication tools, such as the Internet, and people who do not have the resources and access to the technology. The term also describes the discrepancy between those who have the skills, knowledge and abilities to use the technologies and those who do not. The digital divide can exist between those living in rural areas and those living in urban areas, between the educated and uneducated, between economic classes, and on a global scale between more and less industrially developed nations.]]> 2016-09-22 07:54:15 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125628328 Alessandro Lampugnani https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125803629 The Digital Divide

A recent survey has shown that the number of people in the United Kingdom who do not intend to get internet access has risen. These people, who are know as 'net refuseniks', make up 44% of UK households, or 11.2 million people in total.

The research also showed that more than 70 percent of these people said that they were not interested in getting connected to the internet. This number has risen from just over 50% in 2005, with most giving lack of computer skills as a reason for not getting internet access, though some also said it was because of the cost.


More and more people are getting broadband and high speed net is available almost everywhere in the UK, but there are still a significant number of people who refuse to take the first step.

The cost of getting online is going down and internet speeds are increasing, so many see the main challenge to be explaining the relevance of the internet to this group. This would encourage them to get connected before they are left too far behind. The gap between those who have access to and use the internet is the digital divide, and if the gap continues to widen, those without access will get left behind and miss out on many opportunities, especially in their careers.]]> 2016-09-22 17:06:12 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/125803629 Possible solutions proffross1 https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/126166445 2016-09-24 14:18:39 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/126166445 World internet users proffross1 https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/126166477 2016-09-24 14:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/126166477 proffross1 https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/126166506 2016-09-24 14:19:55 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/126166506 proffross1 https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/126166521 2016-09-24 14:20:17 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/126166521 Transnational dimensions of the digital divide among Salvadoran immigrants in the Washington DC metropolitan area. Authors JOSÉ LUIS BENÍTEZ https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/126206899 by COLOMBO SARA
Abstract In this article I explore some dimensions of digital divide among Salvadoran immigrants in the Washington DC metropolitan area. Three main issues are addressed: the configuration of social networks, local axes of inequality and the transnational forms of appropriation and usage of the Internet and other Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs). Based on a media ethnography approach, the analysis combines structuration theory with diasporic media studies. It includes an examination of Internet communications, Salvadoran diasporic websites, the use of mobile phones and teleconferencing, and the transnational dimensions of the digital divide. The study's findings include the limited accessibility to the Internet and ICTs among Salvadoran immigrants, the importance of understanding the transnational dimensions of the digital divide (particularly in terms of generation) and the need to design and implement communication and technology policies in the Salvadoran transnational society.]]> 2016-09-25 12:48:28 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/126206899 Elisabetta Trivella https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/126226446 A digital divide is an economic and social different with regard to access to use of information and communication technologies.
The term digital divide describes a gap in terms of access to and usage of information and communication technology.
The concept of the digital divide have been described as:
-Who is the subject that connects: individuals, organizations, schools, hospitals, countries, etc.
-Which characteristics or attributes are distinguished to describe the divide: education, age, geographic location, motivation, reason not to use..
-How sophisticated is the usage: mere access, interactivity, intensive and extensive in usage, innovative contributions, etc.
-To what does the subject connect: fixed or mobile, Internet or telephony, digital TV, broadband, etc.
Internet connectivity can be utilized at a variety of locations such as homes, offices, schools, libraries, public spaces, Internet cafe and others. There are also diverse levels of connectivity in rural, suburban, and urban areas.]]> 2016-09-25 18:11:28 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/126226446 Cinzia Esteban https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/126234604 Digital divide is a term that refers to the gap between demographics and regions that have access to modern information and communications technology, and those that don't or have restricted access. This technology can include the telephone, television, personal computer and the internet.

Well before the late 20th century, digital divide referred chiefly to the division between those with and without telephone access; after the late 1990s the term began to be used mainly to describe the split between those with and without Internet access, particularly broadband.

The digital divide typically exists between those in cities and those in rural areas; between the educated and the uneducated; between socioeconomic groups; and, globally, between the more and less industrially developed nations. Even among populations with some access to technology, the digital divide can be evident in the form of lower-performance computers, lower-speed wireless connections, lower-priced connections such as dial-up, and limited access to subscription-based content.

]]> 2016-09-25 20:18:49 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/126234604 Giulia Pescarino https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/126234605 Digital divide is a term that refers to the gap between demographics and regions that have access to modern information and communication technology and those that don't or have restricted access. This technology can include the telephone, television, personal computers and the Internet.
The digital divide typically exists between those in cities and those in rural areas; between the educated and the uneducated; between socioeconomic groups; and, globally, between the more and less industrially developed nations. Even among populations with some access to technology, the digital divide can be evident in the form of lower-performance computers, lower-speed wireless connections, lower-priced connections such as dial-up, and limited access to subscription-based content.


]]> 2016-09-25 20:18:50 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/126234605 Andrea Acquati https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/126452378 The digital divide refers to the difference between people who have easy access to the Internet and those who do not. A lack of access is believed to be a disadvantage to those on the disadvantaged side of the digital divide because of the huge knowledge base that can only be found online.


The digital divide appears in a number of different contexts, including:
  • Differences between rural and urban Internet access
  • Socioeconomic differences between people of different races, income and education that affects their ability to access the Internet
  • Differences between developed, developing and emerging nations in terms of the availability of Internet
The digital divide was once used to describe different rates of technology adoption by different groups. In recent times, however, Internet access has increasingly been seen as the primary advantage that many technologies can grant in that it represents a staggering store of knowledge and resources. In this sense, the digital divide may be shrinking as cheaper mobile devices proliferate and network coverage improves worldwide.

Source: https://www.techopedia.com/definition/605/digital-divide
]]> 2016-09-26 17:16:28 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/126452378 Jessica Bossi jessica_bg https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/127488458 A digital divide is an economic and social inequality with regard to access to, use of, or impact of information and communication technologies. The divide within countries may refer to inequalities between individuals, households, businesses, or geographic areas, usually at different socioeconomic levels or other demographic categories. The divide between differing countries or regions of the world is referred to as the global digital divide,examining this technological gap between developing and developed countries on an international scale.]]> 2016-09-30 11:33:36 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/127488458 Stefanomartini  the socioeconomic and other disparities between those people who haveopportunities and skills enabling them to benefit from digital resources,especially the Internet, and those who do not have these opportunities or skills: https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128154152  A term that describes the division of the world into two camps, those who have access to the Internet and other advanced information technologies and those who don't. The term highlights the issue that those who do not have access to such technology are potentially destined to futures where they will be at an economic disadvantage. ]]> 2016-10-04 13:24:17 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128154152 Gianmarco Colombo https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128197779 The Digital Divide, or the digital split, is a social issue referring to the differing amount of information between those who have access to the Internet (specially broadband access) and those who do not have access. The term became popular among concerned parties, such as scholars, policy makers, and advocacy groups, in the late 1990s.

Interaction between human and computers has greatly increased as we embark on the twenty-first century. The ability to access computers and the internet has become increasingly important to completely immerse oneself in the economic, political, and social aspects of not just America, but of the world. However, not everyone has access to this technology. The idea of the "digital divide" refers to the growing gap between the underprivileged members of society, especially the poor, rural, elderly, and handicapped portion of the population who do not have access to computers or the internet; and the wealthy, middle-class, and young Americans living in urban and suburban areas who have access.
In many countries, access to the telephone system is considered such a vital element that governments implement various policies to offer affordable telephone service. Unfortunately some countries lack sufficient telephone lines.
There are a variety of arguments regarding why closing the digital divide is important. The major arguments are the following:
1. Economic equality
Some think that the access to the Internet is a basic component of civil life that some developed countries aim to guarantee for their citizens.
Another important fact seems to be that much vital information for people's career, civic life, safety, etc. are increasingly provided via the Internet.
2. Social mobility
Some believe that computer and computer networks play an increasingly important role in their learning and career, so that education should include that of computing and use of the Internet. Without such offerings, the existing digital divide works unfairly to the children in the lower socioeconomic status. In order to provide equal opportunities, governments might offer some form of support.
3. Democracy
Some think that the use of the Internet would lead to a healthier democracy in one way or another. Among the most ambitious visions are that of increased public participation in elections and decision making processes.
4. Economic growth
Some think that the development of information infrastructure and active use of it would be a shortcut to economic growth for less developed nations.
The exploitation of the latest technologies may give industries of certain countries a competitive advantage.




]]> 2016-10-04 14:51:09 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128197779 Melania Russo https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128200335 Digital divide is a term that refers to the gap between demographics and regions that have access to modern informations and communicatios technology, and those that don't or have restricted access. This technology can include the telephone, television, personal computer and the internet. 

The digital divide typically exists between those in cities and those in rural areas; between the educated and the uneducated; between socioeconomic groups; and, globally, between the more and less industrially developed nations. Even among populations with some access to technology, the digital divide can be evident in the form of lower-performance computers, lower-speed wireless connections, lower-priced connections such as dial-up, and limited access to subscription-based content.

]]> 2016-10-04 14:56:51 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128200335 Riccardo Macchi https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128308984 Digital Divide in SA]]> 2016-10-04 19:02:43 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128308984 Carnuccio Gabriele  https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128337046 Bridging a Digital Divide That Leaves Schoolchildren Behind

"New York Times  — At 7 p.m. on a recent Wednesday, Isabella and Tony Ruiz were standing in their usual homework spot, on a crumbling sidewalk across the street from the elementary school nearest to their home.

“I got it. I’m going to download,” Isabella said to her brother Tony as they connected to the school’s wireless hot spot and watched her teacher’s math guide slowly appear on the cracked screen of the family smartphone.

Isabella, 11, and Tony, 12, were outside the school because they have no Internet service at home — and connectivity is getting harder. With their mother, Maria, out of work for months and money coming only from their father, Isaias, who washes dishes, the family had cut back on almost everything, including their cellphone data plan

So every weeknight, the siblings stood outside the low-slung school, sometimes for hours, to complete homework for the sixth grade."

In this article talks about of the problems on internet connections, in this case two childrens for resolving their problems , they went near the school and connected their phone to school wi-fi  for do a homeworks. This is a general complications in more countries in the world and to resolve this more people talk over to better a life all

Digital divide is a term that refers to the gap between demographics and regions that have access to modern informations and communications technology, and those that don't or have restricted access. This technology can include the telephone, television, personal computer and the internet.

]]> 2016-10-04 21:06:06 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128337046 Chiara Maccanti https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128383854 A term used to describe the discrepancy between people who have access to and the resources to use new information and communication tools, such as the Internet, and people who do not have the resources and access to the technology. The term also describes the discrepancy between those who have the skills, knowledge and abilities to use the technologies and those who do not. The digital divide can exist between those living in rural areas and those living in urban areas, between the educated and uneducated, between economic classes, and on a global scale between more and less industrially developed nations.]]> 2016-10-05 05:46:41 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128383854 proffross1 https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128389588 2016-10-05 06:43:43 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128389588 proffross1 https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128390215 2016-10-05 06:48:48 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128390215 Nicolò Parma https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128401454 Interaction between human and computers has greatly increased as we embark on the twenty-first century. The ability to access computers and the internet has become increasingly important to completely immerse oneself in the economic, political, and social aspects of not just America, but of the world. However, not everyone has access to this technology. The idea of the "digital divide" refers to the growing gap between the underprivileged members of society, especially the poor, rural, elderly, and handicapped portion of the population who do not have access to computers or the internet; and the wealthy, middle-class, and young Americans living in urban and suburban areas who have access.]]> 2016-10-05 07:57:52 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128401454 Andrea Gallo Stampino https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128402609 Digital Divide in africa

]]> 2016-10-05 08:04:47 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128402609 Migliore Simona miglioresimona97 https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128753166 The digital divide refers to the gap between people with effective access to digital and information technology and those with very limited or no access at all. There are three different categories in the world ,upper class which is all the rich people, middle class then the lower class where people live in run down areas like low income housing. This day and age every home in Britain would have at least one desktop computer, but the third world countries can’t really afford one between 1000 people and the poor infrastructure that is in some places is usually controlled by the government. Third world countries can’t e-mail any friends they can’t open a bank account online, they are very limited to access the outside world in terms of gaining knowledge and educating themselves. The advantages to third world countries, is that they do not get addicted to computers or technology. Nobody can cyber bullied and more than the western world depend on each other and their neighbours for social interaction and are most likely content with the art of human communication.]]> 2016-10-06 10:59:05 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128753166 Federico Bertola  proffross1 https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128948391 The digital divide appears in a number of different contexts, including:

Differences between rural and urban Internet access
Socioeconomic differences between people of different races, income and education that affects their ability to access the Internet
Differences between developed, developing and emerging nations in terms of the availability of Internet

The digital divide was once used to describe different rates of technology adoption by different groups. In recent times, however, Internet access has increasingly been seen as the primary advantage that many technologies can grant in that it represents a staggering store of knowledge and resources. In this sense, the digital divide may be shrinking as cheaper mobile devices proliferate and network coverage improves worldwide.]]> 2016-10-06 18:52:48 UTC https://padlet.com/proffross1/digitaldivide/wish/128948391