Net generation
[/net ˈdʒɛnəreɪʃən/]
nounpl: Net generations
Geração Digital
1. A cohort of people born between 1980 and 1994 who grew up with the internet and digital technology as a fundamental part of their lives
The Net generation is known for their comfort with technology and online communication.
A Geração Digital é conhecida pelo seu conforto com tecnologia e comunicação online.
2. The demographic group that came of age during the rapid growth and popularization of the internet
Members of the Net generation were among the first to use email and instant messaging as primary communication tools.
Os membros da Geração Digital foram entre os primeiros a usar e-mail e mensagens instantâneas como ferramentas de comunicação primária.
The term 'Net generation' originated in North America and was popularized by Canadian author Don Tapscott. It represents a pivotal demographic transition where technology integration became fundamental to identity formation. In Brazil and Portugal, this generation is often discussed in contexts of technological advancement, education, and social media influence. The concept has become less commonly used in recent years, with 'Millennials' and 'Generation Y' becoming more prevalent terminology.
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