In the early 21st century, Concrete Examples of the Global Digital Divide residents of First World countries enjoy many Internet services which are not yet widely available in Third World countries, including: Affordable and widespread Internet access, either through personal computers at home or work, through public terminals in public libraries and Internet cafes, and through wireless access points; E-commerce enabled by efficient electronic payment networks like credit cards and reliable shipping services; Virtual globes featuring street maps searchable down to individual street addresses and detailed satellite and aerial photography;
Online research systems like LexisNexis and ProQuest which enable users to peruse newspaper and magazine articles that may be centuries old, without having to leave home; Price engines like Froogle which help consumers find the best possible online prices and similar services like Shop Local which find the best possible prices at local retailers; Electronic services delivery of government services, such as theability to Pay taxes, fees, and fines online.
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