The graph below shows the changing patterns of access to modern technology in homes in the UK (expressed in percentage terms).

The diagram presents the percentage variations in domestic accessibility to modern technology within UK households over a period of 7 years between 1996 and 2003. Throughout
this
seven-year period, the percentage of households with SD players exceeded that of the other three technologies.
However
, Internet access, ranking lowest
initially
, experienced a greater growth rate compared to SD players during
this
period. As is presented in the graph, At the onset of 1996, home computer adoption outpaced mobile phone usage.
However
, by 1999, there was a notable reversal as mobile phone adoption exceeded that of home computers. As can be seen in the graph, all four technologies experienced growth, with varying rates of acceleration. Interestingly, CD players, despite
initially
having a substantial percentage, exhibited slower growth compared to the other technologies.
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Topic Vocabulary:
  • technological advancements
  • digital divide
  • accessibility
  • ubiquitous computing
  • smart home devices
  • telecommunication
  • multi-purpose gadgets
  • innovation
  • connectivity
  • obsolete
  • trend analysis
  • consumer electronics
  • statistical data
  • percentile growth
  • demographics
  • chart interpretation
  • gadgets
  • integration
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