The chart shows the trends in computer ownership in the U.S. from 1997 to 2012, divided into four categories: no computer,1 computer, 2 computers, and 3 or more computers.
Overall, the percentage of households without a computer dropped significantly, while the ownership of computers, especially 2 or more, increased over time. by 2012, the majority of households had at least one computer.
In detail, in 1997, the higher percentage of households (around 60%) did not own a computer. However, this figure decreased steadily over the years and dropped to just over 20% in 2012. at the same time, the percentage of households with 1 computer increased slightly, reaching about 50% in 2003 and remained stable afterward.
Meanwhile, the ownership of 2 computers rose gradually throughout the period, reaching around 30% by 2012. Households with 3 or more computers also saw a small but steady increase, though they remained the least common category of computer ownership during this time.