Briefly describe the traditional definition of the digital divide. What is it an

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Briefly describe the traditional definition of the digital divide. What is it and who is affected, positively and adversely? How does the digital divide affect those that lack understanding of these technologies? Does access to technology and having the skills to use them necessarily mean that they will be used? Why might someone reject technology even if they have the necessary skills and access? Do you think the understanding and use of technology required to be a successful member of society? Give your reasoning.

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          (1) If the technology is not flexible enough for the user.

          (2) Issue of reconfiguring the technology.

          (3) If the new technology has a high switching cost and not that much more effective than the existing technology.

          (4) The level of impact and the importance of the usage is not very effective.

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