DIGITAL DIVIDE

(FOSTERING AN OPEN, SECURE DIGITAL ECONOMY)

QUESTION:

1. What were the positive effects of having

faster internet speed as shown in the McKinsey
Global Institute Research?
ANSWER TO QUESTION #1

Information can be easily accessed through faster

internet
Economy can work efficiently and effectively
Faster and better economy
To make smarter decisions
To be updated to current events
Early compliance to business transactions
QUESTION:

2. Describe the internet connection status in the

Philippines, in terms of number of people with
internet connection, the average internet
broadband download speed compared to other
countries and the average cost of monthly
internet services.
ANSWER TO #2
The internet speed in the Philippines is slower compared to
other countries. Anyone can apply for an internet connection
however, only those who can afford are using it.
There is no specific average cost but here are some estimated
range of prices and speed available in the Philippines:
30 GB 3 mbps Php 1, 100
50 GB 5 mbps Php 1, 300
100 GB 10 mbps Php 1, 500
QUESTION:

3. Do you think a faster internet connection can

promote better income for them? Explain your
answer.
ANSWER TO QUESTION #3

Yes, of course. The number of people who connects/uses

internet will increase. Communication with others will be a
lot faster and easier. Since the millennials are more
engaged in the internet, the demand for this will increase.
QUESTION:

4. Do you think commercial stores or offices

should have websites? What are the advantages
and disadvantages that you can foresee?
ANSWER TO QUESTION #4

Commercial stores should have websites.

Simply because through this, access with
information would be easier. Also, websites can
be a way to promote businesses and may lead to
a better and greater income for them.
ANSWER TO QUESTION #4

Advantages Disadvantages
• Confidential
• Effective promotions
information might be
• Updates customers
hacked
with new products or
• Threats from other
deals
businesses/enterprise
• Easier access and
s
efficient transactions
• Fraud and scams