The line graph illustrates the proportion of people using five different communication methods from 1998 to 2008. Overall, the most significant trend was observed in cellular phone service, which saw dramatic increases during this period. Most trends showed growth over the years, except for landline service, which declined toward the end of the timeframe.
Regarding cellular phone service, the percentage of users started at approximately 5% in 1998. It rose steadily to 20% by 2002, surpassing landline service, and then continued to grow, reaching 60% in the final year, making it the clear frontrunner.
As for the lower shares, both fixed broadband and mobile broadband began at zero. They followed the same trend until 2004, after which they increased slightly to about 5%, respectively. By the end of the period, fixed broadband had a slightly higher percentage than mobile broadband.
Meanwhile, internet service began just below cellular phone service and increased steadily throughout the years, finishing at approximately 20%. In contrast, landline service started at around 20% and exhibited a somewhat similar pattern until 2006, after which it decreased to about 18% in the final year.