The use of digital technologies among seniors: motivations and interests
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https://doi.org/10.7458/SPP201268693Abstract
The article has as main objetive to study the relationship of the younger seniors (55-65 years) and older (over 66 years) with information and communication technology (ICT), particularly with computer and internet. It develops an analysis of quantitative nature, based on a survey questionnaire administered in the cities of Lisbon, Porto and Coimbra on a sample of 792 individuals. Addition was made a qualitative analysis based on data collected through 30 semi-structured interviews. We try to understand the motivations and interests related to the use of these technologies and understand to what extent this practice contributes to the inclusion of older people in technological societies and increases solidarity and intergenerational relationships and making new friends.
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2012-05-23
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