Five Digital Inclusion Trends in the United States
by Doug Kinkoph, Associate Administrator, Office of Telecommunications and Information Applications
by Doug Kinkoph, Associate Administrator, Office of Telecommunications and Information Applications
Internet usage gaps still persist among lower-income families, although more people are using mobile data plans to get online.
By David Redl, Assistant Secretary for Communications and Information and NTIA Administrator
The digital divide is showing signs of giving way as more Americans from all walks of life connect to the Internet. Several historically disadvantaged groups showed significant increases in online adoption, according to initial results from NTIA’s most recent survey on Internet use conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
by David J. Redl, Assistant Secretary for Communications and Information and NTIA Administrator
Across the country, Americans use broadband to learn, shop, grow their businesses, and connect with friends and family around the world. Communities that gain access to affordable, high-speed Internet see improvements to economic growth, educational opportunities, and public safety and health care services.
"Deep dive” into federal datasets, including the FCC Form 477 filings from broadband providers that show broadband availability, speed and technology, and NTIA’s Digital Nation data, which represents the largest comprehensive national household survey on computer and Internet use. We’ll also highlight how the BroadbandUSA Connectivity Initiative will leverage this data as part of its online assessment tool. Hear from the experts, ask your questions, and learn how to access and use these datasets to help your broadband Internet needs assessment and planning efforts.