
In 2019, 54.8% of households around the world had an internet connection, up from 53.1% in 2018, according to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). Though the internet has been around for decades, the digital divide remains a wide chasm in need of complex and practical solutions. To learn more, check out the infographic below created by Maryville University’s online Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems program. The Digital Divide in the U.S. and Abroad The digital divide affects individuals and populations around the world. Some groups, such as women and children, are more likely to lack access to digital communication […]