The AARP has published a report that looks at how Americans aged 25-44 have helped their parents access the Internet.

They list the following key findings:

• Almost three quarters (71%) of those contacted who reported having a parent with a computer say they provide their parents with computer and technology assistance.
• Eight out of 10 (78%) of respondents who are contacted by their parents for help report that they are the first place their parents or older relatives turn — with nearly 50% saying they are contacted more than twice a month.
• Nearly nine out of 10 (87%) respondents aid their parents in finding information on the Internet.
• Four out of 10 (43%) of the respondent's parents use instant messaging to keep in touch with theirchildren.
• The majority (84%) of respondents believe that having two generations online has made a positive difference in their lives.
• Older grandchildren (52% of respondents with kids 18-24 years old and 48% of respondents with kids 11-17 years old) help their grandparents with the computer or Internet