There are millions of people in the UK that either don’t have broadband at home or are confused by IT, and according to a recent report help may be on the way for these digitally excluded people.

Whilst many people take their computers and broadband connections at home for granted there are millions of people across the UK who either do not own a home computer, or do have a computer but are confused with regards to how to use it. However, according to a recent report these digitally excluded people could soon be benefiting from help that has been developed in the North East and has now been launched.

Having raised over two million pounds in investment the Broadband Computer Company, which is based in Newcastle, is hoping to bring computers and the Internet into the lives of many of those that have not access to a home computer or are computer illiterate. This is through the development of a new, easier to use computer operating system known as Alex.

Officials from the company have said that often lack of computing skills come from fear about the technology, as often the technology involved is geared towards those that have some experience of using computers and the Internet. It is hoped that with the easier operating system and increased number of people will be able to enjoy the benefits of computers and the Internet.

One consumer who said that he had hardly ever used a computer until he was fifty years old said: “Alex will enable millions of people throughout the UK to overcome their fears and take advantage of the tremendous benefits computers and the internet can bring into their lives – such as connecting with friends and relatives throughout the world, being able to order groceries online or getting information such as news and health advice.”

Source – Ne Business