Information age (Digital age).

The information age (digital age) is characterized by the spread of the Internet and information technology. In the information age, individuals are able to access more information than ever before at faster speeds than history previously allowed. The information age truly began with the creation of the World Wide Web. However, its advantages began to spread with the advent of the personal computer, which was improved and advanced by technology companies such as Microsoft and Apple. Although the information age ushered in many advantages, it also introduced problems, such as invasion of privacy and the spread of inaccurate information.