Development of the digital economy of Russia in the conditions of the pandemic

The article examines the essence of the digital economy, its main components, advantages, as well as significant disadvantages. Today, the digital economy is not just a financial trend, but a completely new way of organizing a business. The actions of the past months, associated with the spread of the coronavirus, have forced many businesses to change their bearings. Firms that usually provide offline services have tried to adapt to the new realities. Despite the negative impact of the pandemic on the global economy, for its digital component, perhaps it will become more of a plus.