What is the 'digital divide'?
A) Social exclusion from new ICTs serve to exacerbate existing patterns of social inequality
B) Transnational divisions where pockets of the Internet remain closed off from particular regions of the world
C) Generational differences where older individuals unfamiliar with technology are less likely to use them (e.g. smartphones)
D) A phenomenon reflective of gender hierarchies where males are more likely to become involved in computer science than women

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The digital divide refers to the lack of access to or utilization of information and communication technologies (ICT) due to for example socio-economic conditions, education, location, or age. This leads to inequality and exclusion from the benefits offered by digital technologies such as enhanced communication, information, education, and employment opportunities. Choice A best describes the digital divide as a reflection of social exclusion and inequality, while the other choices are types of divides that contribute to the digital divide.

What Is the 'Digital Divide