Digital inclusion consists in making available to all citizens, in an equal way, the opportunity to have access to information and communication technologies (ICT's). In other words, digital inclusion represents the democratization of technology.
Digital inclusion serves to ensure that all people, regardless of social class, ethnicity, religion or economic power, are able to enjoy the potential of technological communication tools and information. When properly explored, these can help improve the living conditions of these individuals.
In order to have digital inclusion, three basic requirements are necessary: a computer, internet access and, mainly, mastery of internet tools. For this reason, government digital inclusion programs, for example, should essentially aim at training and "computer literacy" of people, so that they are able to extract the benefits of the universe digital.
Digital inclusion is a step towards social inclusion of individuals.
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Digital inclusion programs emphasize school environments, helping children and young people to learn to use technology for their development.
People with disabilities are also targeted by these government programs, where technology must be adapted to meet their needs. Furthermore, communication and information technologies can be an excellent educational tool for those who suffer from hearing or visual impairment, for example.
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