Wednesday, 18 November 2009

1.4 - Research into my local communities ICT access - Activity 5

In Gosport there are quite a few sources of ICT ranging from community centers to the library. There are various disadvantaged groups who could probably benefit from ICT, even if it just means learning a few basic skills. These groups being poor/homeless people and families who cannot afford a computer, plus the elderly, who (in most cases) do not have the knowledge to use digital equipment as it wasn't taught to them because they were already old when it was introduced.

One of the initiatives in Gosport offered for disadvantaged people is free internet access in the library (located at the town), i have used these services and must say they are very helpful. There are 30 computers with free internet, all you need is a library card. Plus because the digitally disadvantaged may get stuck; library assistants are always happy to help.

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