Abstract

This study monitored use of an interactive computer system called CHESS (Comprehensive Health Enhancement Support System), placed in homes of HIV-infected persons. Usage differences among demographic subgroups were small, but typically the system was used more by groups expected to use it less (women, minorities, the less educated). Results recommend subsidizing access to eliminate economic barriers. (PEN)

Citation

Pingree, S. (1996). Will the Disadvantaged Ride the Information Superhighway?: Hopeful Answers from a Computer-Based Health Crisis System. Journal of Broadcasting and Electronic Media, 40(3), 331. Retrieved August 30, 2024 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/82993/.

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Keywords

• Access to Information
• Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
• computer mediated communication
• Demography
• Economic Factors
• Economically Disadvantaged
• Educationally Disadvantaged
• Females
• Financial Support
• Health Education
• internet
• Minority Groups
• ONLINE SYSTEMS
• Use Studies