The difference between men and women with regard to technology. Because men gravitate towards technology more than women, men make up about 70% of the tech workforce. This has been the norm since the 1960s when computers began to proliferate throughout the modern world; however, today more women are in the field than they were in those early days.
Reasons
Society in general leads young girls away from tech-dominated entertainment and careers. Although highly debated, many believe biological differences are the major factor. Nevertheless, it is clear that more boys gravitate towards technical careers than girls. See
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