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  Why the digital divide matters and how to bridge it Image Source: Flickr ‍ The digital divide is the gap between people who have access to digital technologies such as computers and the internet, and those who don’t. It also refers to inequalities in access to digital technology and its usage among different social, ethnic, and economic groups. Digital inequality poses a serious threat to society as it restricts people from accessing opportunities, services and knowledge that is essential in today’s world. This article discusses why the digital divide matters and how to bridge it. What does the digital divide mean? The term digital divide is used to refer to the gap in access to, and use of, information and communication technologies (ICTs) between different socioeconomic groups, genders, and people living in different regions. It is a critical issue that has gained a lot of attention due to the rapid expansion of ICTs and their use in almost every aspect of our daily lives. The ...