73% of Americans go online
A new survey from the Pew Internet & American Life Project shows that 73% of American adults (age 18+) go online to use the internet or email.
The Strength of Internet Ties
The internet helps maintain people's social networks, and connects them to members of their social network when they need help. 60 million Americans have turned to the internet for help with major life decisions.
Big jump in search engine use
Nearly 60 million online Americans use search engines on an average day.
Virtual VOA
There is a new online cat-and-mouse game between the United States and China, the two internet superpowers.
Spam and Phishing
More than a year after the CAN-SPAM Act became law, email users say they are receiving slightly more spam in their inboxes than before, but they are minding it less.
The Politics of Spam
Data on how Americans' feel about emails from politicians or interest groups.
Canning Spam
The campaign against pornographic spam gains momentum.
Email and the 2004 Campaign
One in ten internet users signed up for political newsletters and news alerts during campaign 2004.
Canning Porn Spam
The first Federal Trade Commission complaints against pornography spammers will be cheered by email users.
Prescription Drugs Online
One in four Americans has used the internet to look for information about prescription drugs. Other topics covered: prescription drugs purchases online; drug-related spam.
