Younger adults are more likely than their elders to use the internet

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February 5, 2024

8 charts on technology use around the world

Younger adults are more likely than their elders to use the internet

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Younger adults are more likely than their elders to use the internet

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8 charts on technology use around the world
Internet use is exceedingly common worldwide, but not everyone is online
Adults with more education are more likely to use the internet
Majorities own a smartphone in most countries surveyed
Smartphone ownership is high among wealthy nations
Those with more education are more likely to own a smartphone in nearly every country surveyed
Social media usage is highest in Latin America and most of Asia-Pacific
Younger people are more likely to use social media in most countries surveyed

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