Digital divide

Government fails to reduce urban rural gap in broadband and mobile

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Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Articles, Technology, Digital media, Economic geography, Rural economics, Social inequality, Technology development, Roaming, Digital divide

A Report from the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee has highlighted the continuing digital divide between urban and rural areas.

Key Points: 
  • A Report from the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee has highlighted the continuing digital divide between urban and rural areas.
  • The divide between urban and rural areas, as well as between rural towns and sparser rural settlements, continues to marginalise communities and be the cause of frustration.
  • Despite significant improvement in both rural broadband and mobile coverage in recent years, it has only barely kept up with increasing demand.
  • Rural roaming must be seen as a solution, if no voluntary proposal is agreed between mobile network operators and Government.

Boston Public Schools Superintendent Praises Comcast Efforts To Help Bridge The Digital Divide

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Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Articles, Technology, Companies, Digital divide, Digital media, Economic geography, Social inequality, Technology development, Comcast, Dorchester, Boston, Boston Public Schools, Superintendent

BOSTON, Sept. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Boston Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius joined Comcast to announce the largest eligibility expansion of Internet Essentials in Massachusetts.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, Sept. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Boston Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius joined Comcast to announce the largest eligibility expansion of Internet Essentials in Massachusetts.
  • "It is so important that all of our students have equitable access to technology and learning opportunities," said Boston Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius.
  • The first event was at Dorchester's Martin Luther King School, during which local leaders highlighted the work being done to bridge the digital divide.
  • "We're proud to be partnering with Comcast to help close the digital divide here in Boston," added the Lamoureux twins.

Comcast Partners with the American Association of People with Disabilities to Help Close the Digital Divide

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Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Technology, MEN, Consumer, Training, Education, Networks, Children, Internet, Women, Seniors, Articles, Companies, Technology, American Association of People with Disabilities, Comcast, Disability, Digital divide, Ability

The largest of these was a grant from the Company to the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD).

Key Points: 
  • The largest of these was a grant from the Company to the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD).
  • The Comcast grant will help fund the creation and delivery of digital literacy training programs specifically designed to address the needs of low-income people in the disability community.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20190910005251/en/
    Comcast partners with the American Association of People with Disabilities to help close the digital divide.
  • Having an Internet connection at home is absolutely vital for low-income people living with disabilities, said Maria Town, President and CEO of the American Association of People with Disabilities.

Boston Mayor Walsh And Boston Public Schools Superintendent Praise Comcast Efforts To Help Bridge The Digital Divide

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Monday, September 9, 2019
Articles, Technology, Companies, Digital divide, Digital media, Economic geography, Social inequality, Technology development, Comcast, Dorchester, Boston, Boston Public Schools, Superintendent

BOSTON, Sept. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Boston Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius joined Comcast to announce the largest eligibility expansion of Internet Essentials in Massachusetts.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, Sept. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Boston Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius joined Comcast to announce the largest eligibility expansion of Internet Essentials in Massachusetts.
  • "It is so important that all of our students have equitable access to technology and learning opportunities," said Boston Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius.
  • The first event was at Dorchester's Martin Luther King School, during which local leaders highlighted the work being done to bridge the digital divide.
  • "We're proud to be partnering with Comcast to help close the digital divide here in Boston," added the Lamoureux twins.

Announcement - New activity sheets help start the privacy conversation with kids

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Tuesday, August 27, 2019
Articles, Digital rights, Human rights, Technology, Terms of service, Information Age, Digital divide, Identity management, Privacy, Internet privacy, Digital citizen

It is important that youth become savvy digital citizens who are able to enjoy the benefits of being online.

Key Points: 
  • It is important that youth become savvy digital citizens who are able to enjoy the benefits of being online.
  • Young people need to be equipped with the knowledge necessary to navigate the online world and participate in the digital domain while protecting their privacy.
  • Because children go online earlier than ever before, parents and guardians should start talking to them about the digital world and online privacy much sooner than they used to.
  • Connect the Dots has kids complete the picture of a family with a checklist of rules they can use at home to practice good online privacy.

Viasat, ReadyNet Demonstrate High-Speed Satellite Internet across Jamaica, Bringing Connectivity to Communities and Businesses

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Friday, August 23, 2019
Articles, Technology, Information and communications technology, Cultural globalization, Broadband, Viasat, Inc., Satellite Internet access, Internet, Digital divide

"Through Viasat's high-speed satellite internet service we could offer an economical solution that can be quickly installed and online anywhere across the island.

Key Points: 
  • "Through Viasat's high-speed satellite internet service we could offer an economical solution that can be quickly installed and online anywhere across the island.
  • Because of its capabilities, we are exploring ways to deliver Viasat's satellite internet service to connect multiple Caribbean territories."
  • "Viasat's advanced satellite technology enables rural and urban communities to access the internet, bringing social and digital inclusion to parts of the country that previously were unconnected or had limited connectivity."
  • Satellite broadband plans for Jamaican-based enterprises, businesses and government initiativesusing the ViaSat-2 satellite systemare now available through ReadyNet.

New Conference Will Help Bridge the Digital Divide

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Thursday, August 15, 2019
Articles, Technology, Economic geography, Digital media, Rural economics, Social inequality, Technology development, Humans, Digital divide, Articles, Technology, Economic geography, Digital media, Rural economics, Social inequality, Technology development, Humans, Digital divide

I want this conference to set the tone for broader collaboration across all stakeholders communities, regions, service providers, vendors and all levels of government across the country, said Amedeo Bernardi, the conference organizer.

Key Points: 
  • I want this conference to set the tone for broader collaboration across all stakeholders communities, regions, service providers, vendors and all levels of government across the country, said Amedeo Bernardi, the conference organizer.
  • He knows the rural broadband challenges, partnering with his clients to improve connectivity to their rural and remote homes and businesses every day.
  • Rural broadband is an established passion of ours, and supporting this conference is just another way we are working to bridge the digital divide.
  • For more information, or if you wish to be a sponsor of this important event, please contact Amedeo Bernardi at [email protected].

GeoLinks Earns Spot on Inc. 5000 List Third Year Running

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Friday, August 16, 2019
Technology, Professional services, Small business, Other Technology, Telecommunications, Internet, Hardware, Mobile, Wireless, Articles, Humans, Digital divide, Digital media, Economic geography, Social inequality, Technology development, Motivation, GeoLinks, Inc. Media

The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economys most dynamic segmentits independent small businesses.

Key Points: 
  • The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economys most dynamic segmentits independent small businesses.
  • Achieving a three-year growth rate of 256%, GeoLinks represents the one in eight companies that have made this list three times.
  • With the incredible team we have in place here at GeoLinks, I have no doubt that we will make next years list and beyond, commented GeoLinks Co-Founder and CEO Skyler Ditchfield .
  • Our mission at GeoLinks is to one day close the digital divide this makes keeping motivated really easy for each and every one of us.

Rebel.com Proud to Support the Connecting Families Initiative

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Tuesday, August 13, 2019
Articles, Technology, California Fire Safe Council, OPEC, Digital divide

OTTAWA, Ontario, Aug. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Rebel.com is proud to announce that they are supporting the Government of Canada's Connecting Families initiative , working with Computers for Success Canada (CFSC) to support families across Canada in bridging the digital divide.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, Ontario, Aug. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Rebel.com is proud to announce that they are supporting the Government of Canada's Connecting Families initiative , working with Computers for Success Canada (CFSC) to support families across Canada in bridging the digital divide.
  • Connecting Families has provided close to 20,000 Canadian families with $10 internet plans to date.
  • "CFSC-OPEC is very pleased to count on the support of Rebel.com to help deliver the Connecting Families initiative," said Toby Harper-Merrett, Executive Director of CFSC-OPEC.
  • "With the technical support provided by Rebel.com to the Connecting Families recipients, Canadian families are able to benefit from connectivity and opportunities for economic participation."

Comcast Announces Initiative With Dell Technologies to Help Close Digital Divide

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Friday, August 9, 2019
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Comcast today announced it has expanded its initiative designed to help close the digital divide for low-income households.

Key Points: 
  • Comcast today announced it has expanded its initiative designed to help close the digital divide for low-income households.
  • In addition, Dell Technologies will provide funding to upgrade 15 computer labs at local nonprofits in different cities, including two senior community centers in Houston.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20190809005036/en/
    Comcast today announced Dell Technologies is joining with Comcasts Internet Essentials program to help close the digital divide.
  • The research on the causes of the digital divide is very clear, said David L. Cohen, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer of Comcast NBCUniversal.