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The digital divide highlights the disparities in access to communication technologies from "summary" of PODER DA COMUNICAÇAO, O by MANUEL CASTELLS
The digital divide is a striking illustration of the unequal distribution of communication technologies. This divide is not just about having access to the internet or a smartphone; it is about the power dynamics that come with these technologies. Those who are left behind in terms of access are also left out of crucial networks of information and communication that shape our modern society. This exclusion reinforces existing inequalities and creates new forms of disadvantage for those on the wrong side of the divide. The disparities in access to communication technologies are not just about physical infrastructure or economic resources. They are also about the social and cultural barriers that prevent certain groups from fully engaging with these technologies. For example, people in rural areas may lack the necessary infrastructure to access high-speed internet, while older adults may struggle to navigate complex digital interfaces. These barriers can further marginalize already vulnerable populations and deepen existing socia...
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