Author/Source: National Digital Inclusion Alliance See the full link here
Takeaway
This article talks about the work of the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) over the last two years. It explains how NDIA helps more people get internet access and the skills to use computers.
Technical Subject Understandability
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Analogy/Comparison
Helping people get online is like making sure everyone has a road to get to important places, even if they can’t afford a car or don’t know how to drive.
Why It Matters
Having internet access and computer skills is really important today for things like school, finding jobs, and getting health information. For example, the Affordable Connectivity Program mentioned in the article helped connect over 400,000 households to the internet, allowing them to access these vital services.
Related Terms
Digital divide, Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). Jargon Conversion: The digital divide means the gap between people who have access to the internet and technology, and those who don’t. The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a government program that helps low-income families pay for internet service.
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