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August 2007

Over 50s get connected

A recent report published by Ofcom has revealed that media consumption by older people has increased in the last year.

The increase is not just in traditional media. 16 per cent of over 65s now use the web, spending an average of 42 hours online every month, more than any other age group. Now, one quarter of UK internet users are over 50 and the over 50s account for 30 per cent of total time spent online.

For more information on internet use and computer training for over 50s visit Directgov

Why not have a look at other pastimes in the I am retired section of this website.