Unequal access to ICT

The digital divide

The gap between people who do not have access to digital technology and those who do. People who have no access to ICT can be disadvantaged

Causes of unequal access within the UK Affordability Lack of knowledge Cultural factors Disabilities or illness People living in remote area Limited access tp el;ectrciity Censorship – government restriction

Implications of the digital divide

EconomicsEducationalSocialCultural

Safe and responsible practiceDevices emit heatsHarmful bacterial can be on the surfaceIncorrect use and positioning of equipment

can cause health problemsUse for a long time causes eye strainCan overheat and become fire hazardSpilt drinks can cause electric shock

How to keep safe?Rooms well ventilatedComputer and work surface cleanUse ergonomically designed equipmentTake breaks or change positionKeep the room well litTake regular screen breaks keep food and drinks

away form computers

Sustainability issues – is the development that meets the need of the present without compromising the ability of the future generation

E-waste Old computer end up as electronic waste more developed countries sending their e waste to less

developed countries Pollution – toxic waste can get into water supply and soil All electronics use electricity and that more power to keep

them cool and that contribute to the global worming Finite resources – some of the elements of creating digital

devices in short supply and will run out one day Electricity come form none renwable devices and one day

will run out

How to increase sustainability? Recycle or ruse Donate unwanted devices Some companies rebuy the devices and sell the parts Use the evices as long as possible before replacing them Switch off digital devices when not in use Some companies uising natural cool water for electricity Use devices in sleep mode when not using it Use solar power system technology to charge and power

devices