I think in response to this and having lived in the UK for 17 years. There
is a definite resistance to change in the UK, tradition is upheld at every
possible chance and I believe that many do not want to be 'Bothered' with
it. It is our belief as users that everyone ought to have a computer and
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In addition to looking at the substantive elements of a digital inclusion
program, it is also critical to contemplate at the front end what pressure
groups and policy makers will help shape the idea into policies with real
dollars attached * and, equally important, how it will achieve political
The url is
http://www.btplc.com/Societyandenvironment/PDF/Digitaldivide2025.pdf
Sonia Liff
Warwick University, UK
Date: Wed, 08 Dec 2004 10:42:14 -0500
From: Andy Carvin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: [DDN] UK: Millions to miss out on the net
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Hi everyone... UK telecom company BT has just come out with a startling
report on the state of the digital divide and the lack of progress being
made... I haven't found the actual study yet - does anyone have the URL? -ac
Millions to miss out on the net
Those without access could miss out on ke
It would seem to me that a business case for a drop-in computer lab would need
the following local conditions:
1. Lack of computers.
2. Lack of connectivity.
3. Lack of suitable space.
4. Lack of skilled instruction.
5. Lack of software.
6. Temperate climate.
If a few of these conditions exist a
