Digitally Divided Pt 2: Technology use Across Gender, Age, & Education Around the Globe

The digital division doesn’t stop at geographical location. Oh no, it extends to age, gender, and education across the globe, too. Just when you thought it was safe to assume everyone was equally obsessed with cat videos and viral dances, think again!

Let’s talk age first. Across the globe, 18-36 year-olds are more likely to use the internet than their older counterparts. So, if you see Grandma struggling with emojis, give her a break—she's still mastering the fine art of text messaging! In many less developed countries, there’s a staggering 50% gap between the younger and older generations. It's like the internet is a secret club for the young and hip, and seniors need a special invite (or at least a patient grandchild).

Education is another dividing factor in internet use. Those with more education are more likely to be online, browsing the web, and Googling the answers to life's burning questions. It’s almost as if the internet is a reward for enduring years of school—congrats on your degree, here’s the world wide web!

And let's not forget gender. In some places, men have more access to the internet than women, making it seem like the digital world has a "no girls allowed" sign.

So, what does all this mean for internet use? Well, the digital landscape is as diverse as the people who use it. Age, education, and gender all play significant roles in who’s online and who’s not. And remember, next time you're showing off your smartphone skills, not everyone has the same digital advantages. Keep it humble and maybe give Grandma a hand with that selfie.