Societal Impact · Class 11 · CBSE · Science Computer Science
What is the digital divide, and state two measures that can help reduce it.
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What is the digital divide, and state two measures that can help reduce it.
Answer: The digital divide is the gap between people or communities that have access to digital devices, the internet and digital skills and those that do not. It can be reduced by providing affordable internet and devices, and by offering digital-literacy training in underserved areas. Establishing community computer centres and improving digital infrastructure are also useful measures.
Solution
The answer correctly defines the digital divide and gives practical measures such as affordable connectivity, access to devices, infrastructure and digital-literacy education.
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