What a good and timely topic. The digital divide is something that needs to be addressed. It affects not just those in urban areas, but the older members of society - like blue-collar workers who do not have the free time or $$ to learn to use computers. One of my clients at work recently went to a 100% online medical benefit enrollment system. This is a factory facility and most of the employees are not computer literate, but instead of being given education and a chance to learn it is being thrust onto them and if they don't pick it up, too bad. We need a lot of help to close the gap but it will take patience and understanding on both sides.
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