digital divide

noun

: the economic, educational, and social inequalities between those who have computers and online access and those who do not

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To that end, satellites have become a compelling and affordable technology that can provide this global reach, open up new business opportunities and help to close the digital divide. —

Scott Williams, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024 The digital divide is a layered and complex challenge, cascading across economic, educational, social, and geographic lines. —

Klaus Schwab, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2024 As smart cities become increasingly reliant on technology, there is a risk of widening the digital divide and leaving marginalised communities behind. —

Angelica Krystle Donati, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024 Free public internet access is available in five Detroit parks as a step in addressing the digital divide for residents. —

Dana Afana, Detroit Free Press, 15 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for digital divide

Word History

First Known Use

1994, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of digital divide was in 1994

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“Digital divide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/digital%20divide. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

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