The future Older Americans represent the most reluctant segment of the population, in terms of adopting the Internet. They often worry about security and privacy and are doubtful that the Internet can bring them any benefits. 74% of those over 50 without access say the have no interest in going online, while a substantial majority of those under 30 who are not currently online say they plan to get access. This suggests that over time, perhaps in a generation, the Internet will be as popular as the telephone, which is used by 94% of Americans, and the television, which is used by 98% of Americans (source: Pew Internet and American Life Project, 2001).