To take advantage of digital apps & services then you need a suitable device and a data connection.

Devices

• Smartphone: powerful pocket-sized computer. Like a digital Swiss Army Knife.
• Tablet: very similar to a smartphone but with a larger screen. Excellent for reading and watching video.
• Laptop: more powerful and flexible. Different operating systems are available, the main ones being Windows, macOS and Chrome OS.

Chromebooks running Chrome OS are often the most affordable devices for people who want to access the internet for email, visiting websites and online shopping.

Data

Digital devices typically use one of 2 wireless technologies to connect to the internet and can intelligently switch between them depending on your location & settings.

• Wi-Fi: examples include via home broadband, free library Wi-Fi, etc.
• Mobile data: needs a SIM card. Typically pay each month for call minutes, text messages and an amount of mobile data