Q: What factors does Compaine suggest increase the adoption of computer and internet use?
Compaine's main argument is that, like any other technology, the internet digital divide will close eventually. Radios, TVs and telephones have made their way into everyday life of most people in the country, and Compaine believes that the internet just has not had enough time to assimilate into society yet. Some things that he says are going to increase this adoption are:
1. That prices of computers, services, accessories, internet services etc. will drop, making them more affordable to more people.
2. Also, essentially you would be buying more for your buck. More and faster hard drives will be available for cheaper prices.
3. There would be an improved ease of use, making more people technology literate and more able to use the technology they purchase.
4. Adoption of these technologies is moving faster than any other technology, so more access would be available more quickly in more places.
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14 years ago
This info can be found on pages 321-324 of "Declare the War Won" by Compaine.
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