The Internet and Consumer Choice
The internet plays an important role in how people conduct research for purchases, but it is just one among a variety of sources people use and usually not the key factor in final purchasing decisions.
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The internet plays an important role in how people conduct research for purchases, but it is just one among a variety of sources people use and usually not the key factor in final purchasing decisions.
Most Americans say they’re not saving as much as they should — but they’re apparently not worried enough to do much about it.
All virtual worlds are 3-D internet tools where people interact and communicate using avatars, however, some virtual worlds track more faithfully to the real world than others.
In the midst of dismal data from the recording industry there are still occasional glimmers of silver lining.
Is it possible to end the opposition between books and the internet?
While South Korea has launched a boot camp for internet addicts, don’t expect any in the U.S. too soon.
Is video gaming becoming the next family bonding activity?
This is a general discussion of the hallmarks of the new digital ecosystem and some of the changes that have occurred to people’s relationship to each other and people’s relationship to information and media.
Parents view the internet less favorably than in 2004, yet are still engaged with their children’s media consumption. Teens are more likely than their parents to say tech devices are helpful.
Ed Castronova offers insights into the rise of virtual identities through online games and raises questions about the future of interpersonal communication.
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