Class and Gender Divides in Media Consumption

Flashcards covering key concepts regarding class and gender divides in media consumption as discussed in the lecture notes.

What is the Class Divide regarding media consumption?

Younger people are more likely to consume media in multiple formats and use technology easily.

How much more time do men spend watching videos online compared to women?

Men spend 3 times more time watching videos online.

According to Li and Kineup, how do men and women differ in using the internet for studying?

Men are less likely to use the internet to study compared to women.

What was reported regarding addiction to the internet between genders?

More females than males reported addiction to the internet.

What is the Global Divide in technology usage?

The internet and technology are more likely used in the Western world, while poorer countries struggle to create networks.

What challenges do individuals in poorer countries face in terms of technology?

They face disadvantages such as limited job opportunities, inability to do homework, and restricted access to online resources like banking.

What does the term 'digital underclass' refer to?

It refers to those who are at a disadvantage due to lack of access to technology and the internet.

What limitations do people in less connected regions experience with news access?

They may have to wait for news and have a narrow scope of view when communicating with others.