From virtual parties to ordering food, how Americans are using the internet during COVID-19
Some Americans – particularly those who are younger or college educated – are finding virtual ways to connect, shop and be active.
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Some Americans – particularly those who are younger or college educated – are finding virtual ways to connect, shop and be active.
The digital divide between Americans who have a disability and Americans who do not remains for some devices.
Majorities of adults say they would be open to participating in some parts of the process of identifying and isolating coronavirus victims, but others are reluctant to engage fully with public health authorities.
As the U.S. battles COVID-19, effective contact tracing has proven to be a major challenge for those trying to contain the spread of the coronavirus.
A median of 77% across 34 countries surveyed use the internet at least occasionally or own an internet-enabled smartphone.
38% of parents with children whose K-12 schools closed in the spring said that their child was likely to face digital obstacles in schoolwork.
A majority of Americans are turning to digital means to stay connected and track information about the coronavirus outbreak.
As schools close and classes and assignments shift online, some students do not have reliable access to the internet at home.
The coronavirus outbreak has brought privacy and surveillance concerns to the forefront. Here’s what Americans think about those issues.
A majority of Americans are skeptical that tracking someone’s location through their cellphone would help curb the outbreak.
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