December 2006 – Digital Footprints

This data set contains questions about the information people post online and what they search for about themselves and others. It was used in the “Digital Footprints” report.

reportDec 16, 2007

Digital Footprints

Internet users are becoming more aware of their digital footprint; 47% have searched for information about themselves online, up from just 22% five years ago.
reportFeb 25, 2007

Wireless Internet Access

Some 34% of internet users have logged onto the internet using a wireless connection either around the house, at their workplace, or some place else.
reportJan 31, 2007

Tagging

28% of internet users have tagged or categorized content online such as photos, news stories or blog posts. Findings and interview with David Weinberger

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