Pew research: Gaming, Jobs and Broadband

Conducted June/July 2016
User: Market Research agency example • Jan. 12, 2017

Description

This dataset contains questions about video games and gaming; job seeking and the internet; workforce automation; online dating; and home broadband, cable and smartphone use among Americans.

Variables

Name Type
ACT137. Do you ever... [RANDOMIZE] -- Apply for a job online? Category
ACT19. Do you ever... [RANDOMIZE] -- Look online for information about a job? Category
ACT87a. Do you ever... [RANDOMIZE] -- Use a social networking site like Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn? Category
ACT87b. Do you ever... [RANDOMIZE] -- Use social media? Category
AGE. What is your age? Category
How concerned are you about losing your job because: Someone will do your job for less money? Category
How concerned are you about losing your job because: Can't keep up with technical skills? Category
How concerned are you about losing your job because: Machines/computers will replace human workers? Category
How concerned are you about losing your job because: Your overall industry is shrinking? Category
How concerned are you about losing your job because: The company that you work for is poorly managed? Category
AUTO2. Thinking about the job or occupation that you work in now, how likely do you think it is that job will exist in its current form in 50 years? Do you think it will [READ] Category
50 years, robots do work that humans used to do? Category
BBHOME1. Do you subscribe to dial-up internet service at home... OR do you subscribe to a higher-speed broadband service such as DSL, cable, or fiber optic service? Category
BBHOME2. Just to confirm, you use a dial-up connection to the internet at home, and not a higher-speed broadband connection? Category
BBHOME3a. Do you think people who do NOT have high speed internet access at home are at a disadvantage when it comes to... [RANDOMIZE] -- Keeping up with news and information? Category
BBHOME3b. Do you think people who do NOT have high speed internet access at home are at a disadvantage when it comes to... [RANDOMIZE] -- Finding out about job opportunities or gaining new career skills? Category
BBHOME3c. Do you think people who do NOT have high speed internet access at home are at a disadvantage when it comes to... [RANDOMIZE] -- Learning about or accessing government services? Category
BBHOME3d. Do you think people who do NOT have high speed internet access at home are at a disadvantage when it comes to... [RANDOMIZE] -- Getting health information? Category
BBHOME3e. Do you think people who do NOT have high speed internet access at home are at a disadvantage when it comes to... [RANDOMIZE] -- Learning new things that might improve or enrich their lives? Category
BBSMART1. You said that you [IF SMART1=YES: have a smartphone, but] do not have a high-speed internet connection at home. Did you EVER at some point in the past have a broadband internet subscription at home? Category
BBSMART2. Would you like to have high-speed internet at home [IF BBSMART1=YES, HAD BROADBAND: again], or is that not something you're interested in? Category
BBSMART3a. Is this a reason why you do not have high-speed internet at home? [RANDOMIZE] -- The monthly cost of a home broadband subscription is too expensive Category
BBSMART3b. Is this a reason why you do not have high-speed internet at home? [RANDOMIZE] -- The cost of a computer is too expensive Category
BBSMART3c. Is this a reason why you do not have high-speed internet at home? [RANDOMIZE] -- Your smartphone lets you do everything online that you need to do Category
BBSMART3d. Is this a reason why you do not have high-speed internet at home? [RANDOMIZE] -- You have other options for internet access outside of your home Category
BBSMART3e. Is this a reason why you do not have high-speed internet at home? [RANDOMIZE] -- Broadband service is not available where you live, or is not available at an acceptable speed Category
BBSMART3f. Is this a reason why you do not have high-speed internet at home? [RANDOMIZE] -- Some other reason I haven't already mentioned Category
BBSMART4. Thinking of the reasons why you do not have broadband service at home, which of them is the MOST important? Is it that [READ; ONLY INCLUDE 'YES' RESPONSES FROM BBSMART3]? Category
BIRTH_HISP. Were you born in the United States, on the island of Puerto Rico, or in another country? Category
CABLE1. Do you currently receive television via cable or satellite at home, or not? Category
CABLE2. Did you ever subscribe to a cable or satellite television package at home at some point in the past? Category
CABLE3a. Please tell me whether any of the following are reasons you do not currently have a cable or satellite television subscription at home. -- You do not often watch television Category
CABLE3b. Please tell me whether any of the following are reasons you do not currently have a cable or satellite television subscription at home. -- The cost of cable or satellite service is too expensive Category
CABLE3c. ...tell whether any are reasons you do not currently have a cable or satellite TV subscription at home. -- You can access the content you want to watch online, using a streaming TV or movie service, or using an over the air antenna Category
Community Type Number
Final Census Region after zip/fips merges Category
DATE1a. Have YOU, personally, ever used an online dating site such as Match.com, eHarmony, or OK Cupid? Category
DATE2a. Have you ever used a dating app on your cell phone? Category
DATE3a. [Other than yourself] Do you personally know anyone who has... [INSERT ITEMS IN ORDER] -- Used an online dating site or app? Category
DATE3b. [Other than yourself] Do you personally know anyone who has... [INSERT ITEMS IN ORDER] -- Been in a long-term relationship with or married someone they met through an online dating site or app? Category
DATE4a. Please tell me if you AGREE or DISAGREE with the following statements about online dating. [RANDOMIZE; a-b TOGETHER, c-d TOGETHER] -- Online dating is a good way to meet people Category
DATE4b. Please tell me if you AGREE or DISAGREE... [RANDOMIZE; a-b TOGETHER, c-d TOGETHER] -- Online dating allows people to find a better match for themselves because they can get to know a lot more people Category
DATE4c. Please tell me if you AGREE or DISAGREE with the following statements about online dating. [RANDOMIZE; a-b TOGETHER, c-d TOGETHER] -- People who use online dating sites are desperate Category
DATE4d. Please tell me if you AGREE or DISAGREE with the following statements about online dating. [RANDOMIZE; a-b TOGETHER, c-d TOGETHER] -- Online dating keeps people from settling down because they always have options for people to date Category
DATE4e. Please tell me if you AGREE or DISAGREE with the following statements about online dating. [RANDOMIZE; a-b TOGETHER, c-d TOGETHER] -- Online dating is easier and more efficient than other ways of meeting people Category
DATE4f. Please tell me if you AGREE or DISAGREE with the following statements about online dating. [RANDOMIZE; a-b TOGETHER, c-d TOGETHER] -- Online dating is more dangerous than other ways of meeting people Category
DEVICE1a. Next, do you have a cell phone, or not? Category
DISA. Does any disability, handicap, or chronic disease keep you from participating fully in work, school, housework, or other activities, or not? Category
EDInst. Are you enrolled... [READ] Category
Highest level of school or degree Category
Do you use the internet or email, at least occasionally? Category
EMPLNW. Are you now employed full-time, part-time, retired, or are you not employed for pay? Category
EMPTYPE1. How would you describe the place where you work? [READ] Category
EMPTYPE2. Would you say that the type of work you do primarily involves manual and physical labor, or not? Category
EMPTYPE3. Which of the following best describes the type of work that you do? [READ] Category
Form split Category
GAME1. Do you ever play video games on a computer, TV, game console, or portable device like a cell phone? Category
GAME2a. Do you think this is true for most video games, true for some games but not others, NOT true for most video games, or are you not sure? -- Video games help develop good problem solving and strategic thinking skills Category
GAME2b. Do you think this is true for most video games, true for some games but not others, NOT true for most video games, or are you not sure? -- Video games are a waste of time Category
GAME2c. Do you think this is true for most video games, true for some games but not others, NOT true for most video games, or are you not sure? -- Video games portray women poorly Category
GAME2d. Do you think this is true for most video games, true for some games but not others, NOT true for most video games, or are you not sure? -- Video games promote teamwork and communication Category
GAME2e. Do you think this is true for most video games, true for some games but not others, NOT true for most video games, or are you not sure? -- Video games portray minority groups poorly Category
GAME2f. Do you think this is true for most video games, true for some games but not others, NOT true for most video games, or are you not sure? -- Video games are a better form of entertainment than watching TV Category
GAME3a. Based on what you know about video games, please tell me if you agree or disagree with the following statements. [RANDOMIZE] -- Most people who play video games are men Category
GAME3b. Based on what you know about video games, please tell me if you agree or disagree with the following statements. [RANDOMIZE] -- People who play violent video games are more likely to be violent themselves Category
GAME4. Some people use the term 'gamer' to describe themselves as a fan of gaming or a frequent game player. Do you think the term 'gamer' describes you well, or not? Category
HH1. How many adults age 18 and over currently live in your household, INCLUDING YOURSELF? Category
HISP. Are you, yourself, of Hispanic or Latino origin or descent, such as Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, or some other Latin American background? Category
HOME4NW. Do you currently subscribe to internet service at HOME? Category
IDEO. In general, would you describe your political views as... [READ] Category
INC. Last year -- that is in 2014 -- what was your total family income from all sources, before taxes? [READ] Category
Interview date Number
About how often do you use the internet? Category
Do you access the internet on a cell phone, tablet or other mobile handheld device, at least occasionally? Category
JOB1a. If you needed to look for a new job, how easy would it be for you to [RANDOMIZE] if you needed to do so? -- Create a professional resume Category
JOB1b. If you needed to look for a new job, how easy would it be for you to [RANDOMIZE] if you needed to do so? -- Use email to contact and follow up with potential employers Category
JOB1c. If you needed to look for a new job, how easy would it be for you to [RANDOMIZE] if you needed to do so? -- Go online to find a list of available jobs in your area Category
JOB1d. If you needed to look for a new job, how easy would it be for you to [RANDOMIZE] if you needed to do so? -- Fill out a job application online Category
JOB1e. If you needed to look for a new job, how easy would it be for you to [RANDOMIZE] if you needed to do so? -- Use a social media profile or personal website to highlight your employment skills Category
JOB1f. If you needed to look for a new job, how easy would it be for you to [RANDOMIZE] if you needed to do so? -- Go online to look up services and programs that are available to help job seekers Category
JOB2. In the last two years have you looked for a new job, or have you not done this? Category
JOB3a. Thinking of your MOST RECENT job search, please tell me if you used any of the following resources. [RANDOMIZE; ASK a,b,c TOGETHER IN ORDER]? -- Personal connections with close friends or family members Category
JOB3b. Thinking of your MOST RECENT job search, please tell me if you used any of the following resources. [RANDOMIZE; ASK a,b,c TOGETHER IN ORDER]? -- Personal connections with acquaintances or friends of friends Category
JOB3c. Thinking of your MOST RECENT job search, please tell me if you used any of the following resources. [RANDOMIZE; ASK a,b,c TOGETHER IN ORDER]? -- Connections with people you know from a professional or work setting Category
JOB3d. Thinking of your MOST RECENT job search, please tell me if you used any of the following resources. [RANDOMIZE; ASK a,b,c TOGETHER IN ORDER]? -- Resources or information you found online Category
JOB3e. Thinking of your MOST RECENT job search, please tell me if you used any of the following resources. [RANDOMIZE; ASK a,b,c TOGETHER IN ORDER]? -- Government or private employment agencies Category
JOB3f. Thinking of your MOST RECENT job search, please tell me if you used any of the following resources. [RANDOMIZE; ASK a,b,c TOGETHER IN ORDER]? -- Ads in print publications Category
JOB3g. Thinking of your MOST RECENT job search, please tell me if you used any of the following resources. [RANDOMIZE; ASK a,b,c TOGETHER IN ORDER]? -- Job fairs, conferences, or other events Category
JOB3h. Thinking of your MOST RECENT job search, please tell me if you used any of the following resources. [RANDOMIZE; ASK a,b,c TOGETHER IN ORDER]? -- Some other resource I haven't already mentioned Category
JOB4. Thinking of the resources that you used in your last job search, which of them was the MOST important? [READ OPTIONS IF NECESSARY: Was it [READ; ONLY INCLUDE 'YES' RESPONSES FROM JOB3]] Category
JOB5a. Would you say that...[RANDOMIZE] -- Your job involves a great deal of personal interaction with customers or clients? Category
JOB5b. Would you say that...[RANDOMIZE] -- Your job requires specialized technical knowledge? Category
JOB5c. Would you say that...[RANDOMIZE] -- Your job requires creativity? Category
JOB5d. Would you say that...[RANDOMIZE] -- Your job requires that you do the same things over and over? Category
KidAge1. How many of these children are age 5 or younger? Category
KidAge2. How many of these children are between ages 6 and 11? Category
KidAge3. How many of these children are between ages 12 and 17? Category
Language of interview Category
MARITAL. Are you currently married, living with a partner, divorced, separated, widowed, or have you never been married? Category
PAR. Are you the parent or guardian of any children under age 18 now living in your household? Category
PARTY. In politics TODAY, do you consider yourself a Republican, Democrat, or independent? Category
PARTYLN. As of today, do you lean more to the Republican Party or more to the Democratic Party? Category
Unique ID Number
Q1. Overall, how would you rate your community as a place to live? Would you say it is... [READ] Category
Q3. Overall, how would you rate the economy in your community today? [READ] Category
Q4. What is the MAIN reason you don't own a smartphone? [PRECODED OPEN-END; DO NOT READ] Category
Q5a. Do you ever use your cell phone to Participate in a video call or video chat? Category
Q5b. Do you ever use your cell phone to Buy a product online, such as books, music, toys or clothing? Category
Q5c. Do you ever use your cell phone to Get directions, recommendations, or other information related to your location? Category
Q5d. Do you ever use your cell phone to Get sports scores or analysis? Category
Q5e. Do you ever use your cell phone to Watch movies or TV shows through a paid subscription service like NetFlix or Hulu Plus? Category
Q5f. Do you ever use your cell phone to [RANDOMIZE] -- Listen to an online radio or music service, such as Pandora or Spotify? Category
QC1. Is there at least one telephone INSIDE your home that is currently working and is not a cell phone? Category
QL1a. Does anyone in your household have a working cell phone? Category
Race Category
Sample type Category
Gender Category
SMART1. Some cell phones are called 'smartphones' because of certain features they have. Is your cell phone a smartphone such as an iPhone, Android, Blackberry or Windows phone, or are you not sure? Category
SMJOB1. Have you ever used your smartphone as part of a job search in any way? Category
SMJOB2a. Thinking about some specific ways you might have used your smartphone as part of a job search, have you used a smartphone to...[RANDOMIZE] -- Browse or research jobs online? Category
SMJOB2b. Thinking about some specific ways you might have used your smartphone as part of a job search, have you used a smartphone to...[RANDOMIZE] -- Email someone about a job you were applying for? Category
SMJOB2c. Thinking about some specific ways you might have used your smartphone as part of a job search, have you used a smartphone to...[RANDOMIZE] -- Fill out an online job application? Category
SMJOB2d. Thinking about some specific ways you might have used your smartphone as part of a job search, have you used a smartphone to...[RANDOMIZE] -- Create a resume or cover letter? Category
SMJOB2e. Thinking about some specific ways you might have used your smartphone as part of a job search, have you used a smartphone to...[RANDOMIZE] -- Call a potential employer on the phone? Category
SMJOB3. Overall, how important is your smartphone when it comes to looking for job and career resources? Is it [READ] Category
SMJOB4a. Thinking about some problems you might have experienced while using your smartphone in a job search, have you ever experienced problems -- Entering a large amount of text on your smartphone while searching for a job? Category
SMJOB4b. Thinking about some problems you might have experienced while using your smartphone in a job search, have you ever experienced problems -- Accessing job-related content because it wasn't displaying properly on your phone? Category
SMJOB4c. Thinking about some problems you might have experienced while using your smartphone in a job search, have you ever experienced problems -- Submitting files or supporting documents that were required for a job application? Category
SMJOB4d. Thinking about some problems...while using your smartphone in a job search, have you ever experienced problems -- Saving or book marking jobs on your phone that you were interested in so you could apply to them later? Category
SMJOB4e. Thinking about some problems...while using your smartphone in a job search, have you ever experienced problems -- Reading the text in a job posting or application because it was not designed for a mobile device? Category
SNSJOB1a. Thinking about social media sites like Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn... Have you ever...[RANDOMIZE] -- Used social media to look for or research a job? Category
SNSJOB1b. Thinking about social media sites like Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn... Have you ever...[RANDOMIZE] -- Applied for a job that you found out about on social media? Category
SNSJOB1c. Thinking about social media sites like Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn... Have you ever...[RANDOMIZE] -- Used social media to let your friends know about a job that was available at your place of employment? Category
SNSJOB2a. Has information that you've posted on social media ever...[RANDOMIZE] -- Helped you get a job? Category
SNSJOB2b. Has information that you've posted on social media ever...[RANDOMIZE] -- Caused you to lose a job, or not get hired for a job you were applying for? Category
Final State code after zip/fips merges Category
Are you a full- or part-time student? Category
Final Weight Number
ZIPCODE - combining SZIPCODE and RZIPCODE Category