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The role of the Internet in later life autonomy: Silver surfers in Spain

Sociology

The role of the Internet in later life autonomy: Silver surfers in Spain

C. Llorente-barroso, M. Sánchez-valle, et al.

This fascinating study by Carmen Llorente-Barroso, María Sánchez-Valle, and Mónica Viñarás-Abad explores how Spanish seniors aged 60-79 navigate the digital landscape, revealing distinct user clusters and their varying levels of internet engagement, security perceptions, and e-commerce usage. Discover how despite their differences, online shopping and digital administration are becoming commonplace among seniors!

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Abstract
This article examines the diverse ways Spanish seniors (aged 60-79) use the internet and ICT, focusing on e-commerce and e-government. A quantitative study of 405 users revealed seven distinct clusters, highlighting the heterogeneity of this demographic. Disparities in perceived digital security and trust significantly influence internet usage. The 'Able' and 'Daring' clusters represent the most active and skilled users, while the 'Sceptical' cluster demonstrates limited usage and skills. Despite this, online shopping and administrative procedures are increasingly common across all groups.
Publisher
Humanities & Social Sciences Communications
Published On
Feb 13, 2023
Authors
Carmen Llorente-Barroso, María Sánchez-Valle, Mónica Viñarás-Abad
Tags
Spanish seniors
internet usage
e-commerce
e-government
digital security
user clusters
digital skills

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