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Tuesday, 22 December 2015

the internet digital divide vs gender divide

GLOBAL DIGITAL DIVIDE Broadly speaking, the difference is not necessarily determined by the access to the Internet, but by access to ICT (Information and Communications Technologies) and to Media that the different segments of society can use. With regards to the Internet, the access is only one aspect, other factors such as the quality of connection and related services should be considered. Today the most discussed issue is the availability of the access at an affordable cost and quality

"the internet digital divide vs gender divide"

DIGITAL GENDER DIVIDE around the world is another major issue In the least developed countries, only 8% of females will have used the internet in 2015 compared with 11.3% of males. Those statistics echo a September UN report that found that women in low- and middle-income countries are 21% less likely to own a mobile phone, helping perpetuate inequality between men and women. The ITU has set a goal to achieve gender equality among internet users by 2020.

Monday, 23 December 2013

How to Set up a Network in Ubuntu

Configuring networks such as a Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) or Asynchronous Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL) primarily used for accessing the internet can be a hassle, especially when you aren't using the same operating system as what the directions were originally written for. This article is a starting point for configuring DSL using Ubuntu Linux.

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Open Network Connections to set up network settings in Ubuntu. Go to “System”, “Preferences” and chose “Network Connections."
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Under the “Wired” tab, click on “Auto eth0” and select “Edit."
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Click on “IPV4 Settings” tab. Chose the “Automatic (DHCP)” option if your network has a DHCP server. The DHCP Server has automatically assigned the IP address to your system. Click "Apply."
- You also chose the “Manual” option from the Method drop-down list and assign the IP address, netmask and gateway manually. You'll also have to assign the DNS Server address.
- Click "Apply."
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Check the IP address settings. Go to “Applications” “Accessories” and chose “Terminal."
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Type the following command into terminal: “sudo ifconfig” without quotes.
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Get your new addresses. The Ifconfig command will show the inet address, broadcast address and mask address.