Digitization Puts Many at a Disadvantage
Digitization has many downsides. It puts many people at a disadvantage and relegates them to the sidelines. Many service providers apparently are unaware of this, or consciously accept it. It disadvantages many weaker, disabled, and older people. Digital devices are often more difficult to use than analog ones. The more (mostly unused) options, the more difficult it is.
The analog landline telephone is easy to use and works even in the event of a power failure. Countless people are overwhelmed b...
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