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http://dx.doi.org/10.14400/JDC.2021.19.3.089

A Study of the Determinants of Digital Capacity and Digital Utilization among Older People  

Kim, Yuna (Department of Health and Welfare Yuhan University)
Byun, Angie (Seoul Senior Employment Support Center, The Senior Welfare Center of Seoul)
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Journal of Digital Convergence / v.19, no.3, 2021 , pp. 89-97 More about this Journal
Abstract
This study attempts to examine determinants of both digital capacity and digital utilization among older people by using the seemingly unrelated regression. Using '2019 Survey of Digital divide', the study has the following results: first, perceived usefulness, self-efficacy and confidence have significant relationship with digital capacity; second, not only self-efficacy and confidence but also digital support has significant relationship with digital utilization. By examining the common factors and differential factors which explain digital capacity and digital utilization, it contributes to broadening and deepening knowledge on digital divide and building effective strategies for overcoming digital divide among older people in Korea.
Keywords
digital capacity; digital utilization; perceived usefulness; self-efficacy; confidence; technical support;
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