Toward equality of access
Subtitle: the role of public libraries in addressing the digital divide.
Contributors: Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.; American Association of Retired Persons.
Publisher: Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Published: 2004
Place of publication: [Seattle, WA
Language: eng
Format: Electronic resource
Subjects: Digital divide -- United States.; Internet access for library users -- United States.; Public access computers in libraries -- United States.
Description: Evaluates the importance of libraries in addressing the digital divide. Drawing from government statistics and independent research, the report finds widespread acceptance of library-based computer and Internet access from patrons and librarians. The report finds that public access computing is benefiting those socioeconomic groups with the greatest need. However, the report also notes urgent but manageable challenges facing libraries as they seek to maintain and further develop their role in providing access to digital information.
Notes: Title from Web page (viewed on Mar. 23, 2005).

Sponsored by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and developed in partnership with AARP, American Library Association, Beaumont Foundation of America, Benton Foundation, Institute of Museum and Library Services, Leadership Conference on Civil Rights, National League of Cities, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and Pew Internet & American Life Project.

Mode of access: World Wide Web.

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