Table 2 Promax rotated matrix of the general confidence with computer use scale

I have never felt myself able to learn how to use computers.

5

0.87

It takes me much longer to understand how to use computers than the average person.

4

0.84

I find having to use computers frightening.

7

0.84

I find using computers confusing.

11

0.80

I’m nervous that I’m not good enough with computers to be able to use them for continuing education.

12

0.71

I have never been very excited about using computers.

10

0.66

I am not what I would call a computer person.

3

0.64

I don’t understand how some people can enjoy spending so much time using computers.

9

0.63

I find it easier to learn how to use a computer than I do learning other things.

1

0.76

I enjoy trying new things on a computer.

6

0.75

When I have difficulties using a computer I know I can handle them.

2

0.72

I find many aspects of using computers interesting and challenging.

8

0.71

Cronbach’s alpha

0.79

0.73

Percentage of variances explained

41.45

15.65