Toward a Multifaceted Model of Internet Access for Understanding Digital Divides: An Empirical Investigation

In this investigation, a multifaceted model of Internet appropriation that encompasses four types of access-motivational, material, skills, and usage-is tested with a representative sample of the Dutch population. The analysis indicates that while the digital divide policies' focus has moved to...

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Published in:The Information society Vol. 31; no. 5; pp. 379 - 391
Main Authors: van Deursen, Alexander J. A. M., van Dijk, Jan A. G. M.
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: New York Routledge 20.10.2015
Taylor & Francis LLC
Subjects:
Appropriation
Digital divide
Inequality
Internet access
material access
motivation
Skills
Studies
ISSN:0197-2243, 1087-6537
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Summary:In this investigation, a multifaceted model of Internet appropriation that encompasses four types of access-motivational, material, skills, and usage-is tested with a representative sample of the Dutch population. The analysis indicates that while the digital divide policies' focus has moved to skills and usage access, motivational and material access remain relevant since they are necessary through the entire process of Internet appropriation. Moreover, each type of access has its own ground of determination and they interact together to shape digital inequalities. Therefore, digital divide policies should address material, skills, and usage access simultaneously.
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ISSN:0197-2243
1087-6537
DOI:10.1080/01972243.2015.1069770