Field Data of The Impact of Virtual Private Network (VPN) On Nigerians During The 2021 Twitter Ban
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Field Data_The Impact of Virtual Private Network (VPN) On Nigerians During The 2021 Twitter Ban This study examines the effects of Nigeria's 2021 Twitter ban on VPN usage and Twitter activity among Nigerians. It explores how people adapted to the ban, noting increased VPN adoption and limited awareness of digital tools. The findings highlight the resilience of users in response to digital censorship and emphasize the need for improved digital literacy and balanced regulation. While focused on Nigeria, the study provides broader insights into the global interplay of technology, policy, and user behavior, advocating for open and accessible digital environments.
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Step 1: Utilize surveys to gather data on VPN awareness and Twitter usage among Nigerians during the 2021 Twitter ban, using structured questionnaires for both online and offline responses. Step 2: Select a sample of 400 respondents from various Nigerian states using stratified random sampling to ensure diverse demographic representation. Step 3: Collect data through a combination of online tools (e.g., Google Forms) and offline methods (e.g., ODK Collect), incorporating both open-ended and closed-ended questions. Step 4: Integrate qualitative methods such as interviews and focus groups to gain deeper insights into user behavior and perceptions related to VPNs and Twitter. Step 5: Analyze quantitative data using reliability tests (Cronbach's alpha) and Pearson Correlation to explore relationships between variables like Twitter usage patterns and VPN adoption. Step 6: Validate findings through statistical tests to ensure the robustness and accuracy of the results.