More Adults Going Online And Going Fast

By David Utter
Expert Author
Article Date: 2005-05-24

According to a Harris Poll, they're accessing the web from places other than home or work, too.

Nearly 74% of adults are online now, up a bit from 73% last year. And now 21% say they use the Internet from places other than home or work; those places could be public libraries, or hotels or airports with wireless access for travelers.

And broadband usage has increased as well. 54% of adults use a broadband connection for surfing the Internet. Modem usage fell to 18% from 22% last year.

Adults now average 9 hours a week online, up from 8 last year. The implications for that if they are browsing during times they would normally watch television or read a newspaper will grow into significant impact on what those mediums can charge for advertising rates.

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About the Author:
David Utter is a staff writer for WebProNews covering technology and business. Email him here.

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