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    Acknowledgments

    This report is a collaborative effort based on the input and analysis of the following individuals. Find related reports online at pewresearch.org/pewresearch-org/internet. Primary researchers Monica Anderson, Associate DirectorColleen McClain, Research AssociateMichelle Faverio, Research AnalystRisa Gelles-Watnick, Research Assistant Research team Lee Rainie, Director, Internet and Technology ResearchAndrew Perrin, Research AnalystEmily A. Vogels, Research Associate Editorial and […]

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    8. Mixed views about a future with widespread use of robotic exoskeletons to increase strength for manual labor jobs

    Robotic exoskeletons are an emerging technology now being developed with the potential to augment human strength. Some are in development for use in manual labor jobs to give workers increased strength for lifting heavy objects. More complex exoskeletons are sometimes called a “wearable robot,” because they include a built-in artificial intelligence (AI) computer system which […]

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    Mobile Technology and Home Broadband 2021

    Smartphone ownership and home broadband adoption are up slightly since 2019. And 30% of Americans say they at least sometimes experience problems connecting to the internet at home.

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    2. Parents, their children and school during the pandemic

    The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the lives of families with school-age children in a major way. The coronavirus forced widespread school closings across the United States, and many parents had to work with their children to adjust to online learning.  This survey finds that 93% of parents with children in grades K-12 say their children have had some online […]

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    Acknowledgments

    This report is a collaborative effort based on the input and analysis of the following individuals. Find related reports online at pewresearch.org/pewresearch-org/religion. Primary Researchers           Justin Nortey, Research Assistant Claire Gecewicz, Research Associate Research Team         Gregory A. Smith, Associate Director, Research Alan Cooperman, Director of Religion Research Becka A. Alper, Senior Researcher Besheer Mohamed, Senior Researcher […]

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    1. How the internet and technology shaped Americans’ personal experiences amid COVID-19

    As the pandemic unfolded in spring 2020, many Americans saw their lives swiftly reshaped by stay-at-home orders, school closures and the onset of remote work. From video calls with isolating or sick family members to holiday celebrations by video call amid canceled travel plans, social distancing recommendations altered major life events and elements of daily life alike.  Technology bridged physical distance as restrictions […]

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    The Internet and the Pandemic

    Nine-in-ten Americans say the internet has been essential or important to them, many made video calls and 40% used technology in new ways. But while tech was a lifeline for some, others faced struggles.