AP Computer Science Principles Flashcards: Digital Divide
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If a non-profit organization provides free laptops to low-income students, what is it attempting to reduce?
This organization is attempting to reduce the digital divide, which is affected by the actions of organizations.
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If a non-profit organization provides free laptops to low-income students, what is it attempting to reduce?
This organization is attempting to reduce the digital divide, which is affected by the actions of organizations.
How does geography contribute to the digital divide?
The digital divide is based in part on geographic characteristics, meaning access to technology can differ between locations like urban and rural areas.
What two things do people have differing access to, resulting in the digital divide?
The digital divide is caused by differing access to computing devices and the Internet.
Besides personal characteristics, what is another major factor causing variation in Internet access globally?
Internet access varies between countries.
How does the digital divide relate to socioeconomic status?
The digital divide is based in part on socioeconomic characteristics, meaning access to computing and the Internet varies by factors like income.
Who is impacted by the digital divide?
The digital divide can affect both groups and individuals.
Name three types of actors whose actions can affect the digital divide.
The digital divide is affected by the actions of individuals, organizations, and governments.
What is the "digital divide"?
The digital divide refers to differing access to computing devices and the Internet, based on socioeconomic, geographic, or demographic characteristics.
Explain the connection between the digital divide and the concept of 'equity'.
The digital divide raises issues of equity, as unequal access to technology can lead to unequal opportunities and outcomes.
A government passes a law to fund internet infrastructure in rural areas. This is an example of an entity whose actions affect what?
This is an example of a government's actions affecting the digital divide.
On what scales, from small to large, does the digital divide exist?
The digital divide exists on both local and global scales, affecting individuals, groups, and entire countries.
What are three types of characteristics that cause variations in Internet access?
Internet access varies between socioeconomic, geographic, and demographic characteristics.
What is the scope of the issues raised by the digital divide?
The issues of equity, access, and influence raised by the digital divide are present both globally and locally.
What three key societal issues are raised by the digital divide?
The digital divide raises issues of equity, access, and influence.