1. Digital Divide

2. What is the Digital Divide? Gap between those who benefit from digital technology and those who do not Does not only apply to those in “developing” or “third world” countries

3. What is the Digital Divide? Exists for different reasons in different parts of the world – Economic status – Age

4. PoorOlder Internet at home36%42% Use Internet at least once per day 20%18% At least once a week13%11% At least once a month3% Less then once a month2% Reason – too expensive7% Reason – Lack of confidence 4% Reason – Not interested32%

5. Evolution 1996- First seen as a policy issue Late 90’s – IT companies give money to philanthropic efforts with the goal of lessening the Divide Early 2000’s – Multinational corporations team up with developing countries to promote disruptive technologies Today – Focus on creating meaningful uses of technology

6. Steps in the Right Direction IGADD – www.digitaldivide.org E-Rate Program Municipal WiFi 50+ social networking sites Web portals

7. Challenges Who will contribute? Cultural differences Who will spearhead? What is the point?

8. Our opinion Spread the word Go with IGADD’s philosophy More research