Internet, Catalonia, Spain, statistics, diffusion, Internet uses, socio-demographic characteristics.

This working paper summarizes and analyzes the statistics provided by available studies on the spread and uses of Internet in Catalonia, in Spain, and in selected Spanish regions circa 2001. A data base was established by collecting and evaluating studies and surveys from various sources. Their methodology is described in the study. Relevant variables are identified, and tables are built for each variable bringing together data from various sources. An analytical commentary highlights the main findings concerning the relationships between Internet and society in Catalonia, in Spain, and in the Spanish Regions. A number of hypotheses on these relationship are suggested.