There is a growing need for technical skills in today’s society. According to Horan and Wells “’acquiring and applying knowledge will increasingly become the key competitive factor – for career and earnings opportunities of individuals …’” (p. 28). Information and technology skills are much needed for individuals to succeed in the job market. Information and Technology Communities (ICTs) are needed to help develop these skills. According to Ahmed “there is a consensus that Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) hold great promise for development by connecting people to more accurate and up-to-date sources of information and knowledge” (p. 337). Having access to ICTs can help people in disadvantaged communities receive the technical skills that can help them compete with others who have technical skills. Access to information can help improve the lives of individuals as well. Horan and Wells state in their article “… the potential role of ICTs might play in enabling improvements in community learning, health care, and other important services” (p.35).
