How the Public Perceives Community Information Systems
People who believe their local government does a good job sharing information are more likely than others to feel satisfied with civic life.
Numbers, Facts and Trends Shaping Your World
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Internet and Technology
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Peer-to-peer healthcare is common in the U.S.
Many people – especially those living with chronic and rare diseases – use online connections to supplement professional medical advice.
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Technology Trends for First Responders
Senior research specialist Aaron Smith presents Pew Internet findings technology and communication trends of relevance to emergency first responders. (Updated with slides)
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A closer look at generations and cell phone ownership
Eighty-five percent of Americans age 18 and older own a cell phone, and one-third (33%) of those who do not own a cell phone live in a household with at least one working mobile phone. This means that overall, overall, 90% of all adults live in a hou…
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Health Topics
80% of internet users gather health information online, but a “health information divide” emerges along education, age, and income lines.