Internet Connection


1			Chapter 9 describes the digital divide among various groups in American society. The Digital Divide Network's archive of information is listed here: (http://www.digitaldivide.net). It is an organization that seeks to minimize this emerging dimension of inequality. Link to "About DDN" on the left-hand side of the page to read about the history and initial formation of this organization. Would you have been aware in 1999 of the digital divide and its growing significance? Would most people have had this awareness in 1999? Mentally, or on a piece of paper, make a list of the key social groups that you believe lack access to new technologies and that you think the Digital Divide Network might target in its efforts. Based on what you see from the titles on this page, how big is the digital divide program? Is the digital divide a more significant social issue than you would have thought before visiting this site? Select one of the archived articles featured on this page and read it. In a short paragraph, summarize the key ideas.