The Bigger Picture: Digital Inclusion

Question 1

Define Digital Inclusion

Answer 1

ensuring that everyone has affordable access to computing technology and the necessary skills to take advantage of it

Question 2

Define Digital Divide

Answer 2

the gap between people who are technologically-empowered and those who are technologically-excluded.

Question 3

In terms of Information and Services, why is technology exclusion a bad idea?

Answer 3

the internet is a default option for accessing information, public services, and entertainment

Question 4

In terms of Employment, why is technology exclusion a bad idea?

Answer 4

Poor digital literacy skills make it harder to fond a job

Question 5

In terms of Economic Growth, why is technology exclusion a bad idea?

Answer 5

businesses that can exploit computing technology have a competitive advantage

Question 6

In terms of Saving Money, why is technology exclusion a bad idea?

Answer 6

paying bills and shopping online saves consumers money

Question 7

In terms of Social Isolation, why is technology exclusion a bad idea?

Answer 7

having access to the internet keeps people in contact with their friends

Question 8

Name 3 positives of social inclusion

Answer 8

• a sense of belonging within an online community
• more people can work collaboratively
• people can access online education; which helps the disabled and those who cannot afford education