Bridging the Digital Divide The public SHOULD subsidize computer and/or Internet access for underserved areas and communities.

What is the Digital Divide? Definition Implications Why should we care? IT access can help overcome socio-economic problems including low-income, the root of most disadvantages.

What can we do? Public subsidies Increased internet connections IT education in schools

Importance of Bridging the Digital Divide

Importance of Bridging the Digital Divide Growth of National Economy - Strong and skilled workforce - Economic Gain - Global competition

Why the public should subsidize IT access for underserved communities. The divide is growing Economically affordable and feasible solutions Elimination of poverty and its socio-economic effects Investment in our society and economy