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The digital divide is defined as a lack of access to communication and computer technology for poorer sections of society. Reducing the digital divide is now at the core of poverty reduction efforts of many emerging market countries. Emerging market governments are trying to equip their populations for the knowledge-based economy by providing computers and internet access at government-run schools. The EIU’s digital economy rankings enable evaluation of a country’s digital readiness.