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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Martyn Landi

FOUND: Fear of going online could cost older people nearly 1 000 a year | Mind Blowing Facts

PA Wire

Older people who have reservations about using the internet could be losing nearly £1,000 a year by paying extra for goods and services because they do not feel computer-savvy, according to a new study.

Research from the Vodafone UK Foundation found that nearly half of those over 65 (45%) do not feel completely comfortable going online.

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