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Digital Divide
vocabulary words based around the digital divide
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Digital Divide | The gap between individuals; households; businesses; and geographic areas at different socio-economic levels in terms of access to; use of; or knowledge of information and communication technologies (ICT). |
| Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) | Information technology (IT) that stresses the role of unified communications and the integration of telecommunications computers; and necessary enterprise software; which enable users to access; store; transmit; and manipulate information. |
| Access Gap | The disparity between those who have access to digital technologies and those who do not; often influenced by factors such as economic status; geographic location; and education. |
| Skill Gap | The differences in the ability to use digital technologies effectively; often resulting from variations in education; training; and experience with technology. |
| Socio-Economic Status | The social standing or class of an individual or group; often measured as a combination of education; income; and occupation; which can significantly affect access to digital technologies. |
| Digital Literacy | The ability to use information and communication technologies to find; evaluate; create; and communicate information; requiring both cognitive and technical skills. |
| Broadband Infrastructure | The physical and organizational structures needed to provide high-speed internet access to end-users; including technologies like fiber optics; DSL; and satellite communications. |
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