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    A Silver Lining

    Mar 12, 2020 5 minutes
    By Li Xiaoyang
    Copyedited by Madhusudan Chaubey

    For the Chinese people still confined to their homes due to the novel coronavirus epidemic, working and studying from home and visiting museums online, which were not popular till a couple of months ago, have become common practices. Although the epidemic has forced many industries to shut down temporarily, the rising demand for services based on the Internet and new technologies is pushing China toward a smarter society.

    Since the demand for online services has surged, emerging online platforms have rushed to expand the consumer base. Fresh food delivery, remote work, online education and medical services, as well as games and videos have witnessed unprecedented growth. Facing great challenges, many offline sectors are also turning to online platforms and new technologies to weather the difficulties. Some museums, bookstores and even car and

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