Internet users predominate across regions, except in Africa

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February 18, 2016

1. Internet access growing worldwide but remains higher in advanced economies

Internet users predominate across regions, except in Africa

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Internet users predominate across regions, except in Africa

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1. Internet access growing worldwide but remains higher in advanced economies
Most adults in advanced economies use internet, developing countries less so
Increased internet use in many emerging countries since 2013
The demographic digital divide is real and pervasive
In many countries, men are more likely than women to use the internet
Majority of internet users in most countries are daily users
Some countries in Africa and Asia see double-digit increases in those accessing internet multiple times daily
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The strong relationship between per capita income and internet access
The strong relationship between per capita income and internet access

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