Digital divide creates inequality from "summary" of The Age of Access by Jeremy Rifkin
The digital divide is a real problem that leads to inequality in society. It is a gap between those who have access to digital technology and those who do not. This divide can have a significant impact on economic opportunity and social mobility.- Disparities in access to digital technology can lead to an unequal distribution of power and resources, as well as the development of one-sided perspectives.
- There is an ever increasing trend of income and wealth inequality when certain individuals and communities are not given the same level of access to digital resources.
- The digital divide refers to the gap between those with access to digital technology and those without, while the digital inequality focuses on how much of the available technology is actually used or consumed.
- Many people lack the skills, infrastructure or funds needed to use and benefit from digital technology, creating an unfair advantage for some and a significant disadvantage for others.
- Studies show that those with access to the latest digital technology are more likely to have greater economic stability than those who do not. Those without access can miss out on potential job opportunities, proper education and communication tools necessary for success.
- At a personal level, digital divides can result in missed opportunities to achieve career goals, poorer educational achievement and increased isolation from family and friends.
- As global markets become increasingly digitalized, those with access to modern technologies maintain a competitive edge due to their ability to gain greater insight into the market landscape.
- In some cases, even when given access, the resources may be inadequate or unequal, and this creates further disparities in privilege and opportunity among different social groups.
