Impact of internet usage in Saudi Arabia: A social perspective

Sadiq M. Sait; Khalid M. Al-Tawil; Syed Sanaullah; Mohammed Faheemuddin

doi:10.4018/jitwe.2007040104

Impact of internet usage in Saudi Arabia: A social perspective

Sadiq M. Sait^*, Khalid M. Al-Tawil, Syed Sanaullah, Mohammed Faheemuddin

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Abstract

Internet in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was introduced in the late 1990s. Being relatively new, its effects and impact on Saudi society are still in their infancy. A survey-based study was conducted to measure these effects, monitor their influence, project possible long-term developments, and define early measures that would best harness this new technology. Covering a span of two years, this study also identifies and documents any noticeable shifts in perspectives. This work presents the findings and observations drawn from this study and is based on the direct interpretation and cross-analysis of survey responses.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	81-107
Number of pages	27
Journal	International Journal of Information Technology and Web Engineering
Volume	2
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.4018/jitwe.2007040104
State	Published - 2007

Keywords

Computer and society
Internet usage
Saudi Arabia
Social issues of IT
Social perspective

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General Computer Science

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