essay on new technologies
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Over the last fifty years, technology has become a particularly important source of knowledge in modern society, which has further provided several new opportunities in doing so. Throughout our history, the extensive amount of books were our predominant source of knowledge. That is why Bradbury was wrong to fear that modern technology would replace books. Since modern technological advancements, students are faced with options to prepare for their future through classes and electronic textbooks. Equally important, books are still being widely used, but through ebooks instead of print. Furthermore, accessibility and availability has reached more people who originally may not have had such an opportunity. Most importantly, our society is.
This proves that even the disabled can be entertained and exposed to information of books and knowledge from around the world through their source of technology they possess. In addition, options of increasing the font and making the data more visible in various locations further maintain book use whether read indoor or outdoor. Likewise, books can be listened to via a library of audio books to choose from. The possibilities of obtaining any information is endless when you own any device, whether portable or not, which is capable of gathering and viewing material from the internet.
Most importantly, technology provides full access to daily news from around the world. One is capable of exploring and exchanging information to all parts of the world. One significant source of where technology involves users includes presidential elections. “Political campaigns have capitalized on television’s effect on viewers, as well as the additional publicity that controversial ads generate in the news sphere” (Messah). It demonstrates how effective the technology engages viewers in the daily news and progress of each election. Moreover, Messah states that internet was a dominant form of transmitting information
This proves that even the disabled can be entertained and exposed to information of books and knowledge from around the world through their source of technology they possess. In addition, options of increasing the font and making the data more visible in various locations further maintain book use whether read indoor or outdoor. Likewise, books can be listened to via a library of audio books to choose from. The possibilities of obtaining any information is endless when you own any device, whether portable or not, which is capable of gathering and viewing material from the internet.
Most importantly, technology provides full access to daily news from around the world. One is capable of exploring and exchanging information to all parts of the world. One significant source of where technology involves users includes presidential elections. “Political campaigns have capitalized on television’s effect on viewers, as well as the additional publicity that controversial ads generate in the news sphere” (Messah). It demonstrates how effective the technology engages viewers in the daily news and progress of each election. Moreover, Messah states that internet was a dominant form of transmitting information
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The society has been dramatically changed with the evolution of technology. Before the advent of modern day technology, life was burdensome and everyday chores consumed too much of our time. Immense opportunities are being provided by technologies which play an important role in human life. The access to education, medicine, industry, transportation etc. has been simplified due to modern day technology. Due to the convenience and efficiency provided by technology, our lives have improved significantly. There used to be a time when executing a simple task like doing laundry would take most of the day. Thanks to modern technology, a lot of burden has been lifted up from our shoulders and we have more time and energy to do what we want to.
With so many advantages and comfort, come the disadvantages too. Technology is being used imprudently these days resulting in affecting the society negatively and complicating our lives. Relationship with family members is being weakened due to excessive involvement with various devices. Although in a few cases, parents resort to technology to communicate with their children and know about their whereabouts but this is not adequate always. Technology has made access to education easier but it is also resulting in weakening the memories of people. Usage of text language often is having dire consequences on students. They fail to spell words correctly or write fully grammatically correct sentences.
Modern technology also poses serious health problems. People are sleep deprived nowadays since taking their eyes off their phone or laptop screens become a near to impossible task. This leads to problems in vision, cancer, obesity etc. We have become lazier. We prefer to sitting, playing games or listening to music instead of walking or going outdoor or performing any work which requires physical activity.
Modes of transportation has increased the ease of access but has also increased the amount of pollution. Due to technology, a broad range of options have become accessible to people. Technology has also benefitted people with special needs by providing them with hearing aids, text readers, special chairs etc. Now they too can enjoy daily life without having to think about their disabilities.
As a conclusion, there are several positive impacts of technology on our lives but there are several downsides too. We cannot abandon technology now but we can ensure not to let it control us.
With so many advantages and comfort, come the disadvantages too. Technology is being used imprudently these days resulting in affecting the society negatively and complicating our lives. Relationship with family members is being weakened due to excessive involvement with various devices. Although in a few cases, parents resort to technology to communicate with their children and know about their whereabouts but this is not adequate always. Technology has made access to education easier but it is also resulting in weakening the memories of people. Usage of text language often is having dire consequences on students. They fail to spell words correctly or write fully grammatically correct sentences.
Modern technology also poses serious health problems. People are sleep deprived nowadays since taking their eyes off their phone or laptop screens become a near to impossible task. This leads to problems in vision, cancer, obesity etc. We have become lazier. We prefer to sitting, playing games or listening to music instead of walking or going outdoor or performing any work which requires physical activity.
Modes of transportation has increased the ease of access but has also increased the amount of pollution. Due to technology, a broad range of options have become accessible to people. Technology has also benefitted people with special needs by providing them with hearing aids, text readers, special chairs etc. Now they too can enjoy daily life without having to think about their disabilities.
As a conclusion, there are several positive impacts of technology on our lives but there are several downsides too. We cannot abandon technology now but we can ensure not to let it control us.
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