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| Internet Influence Technology has provided the world numerous inventions. One of such inventions is Internet. Internet is bringing a huge difference in the lives of people in the developed or developing parts of the world. Internet revolution has opened doors to new opportunities and made life easier. It has brought in changes, that were not even thought of about a few decades back. Accumulating knowledge is one of the biggest boons of Internet. Many topics under the sun can be thoroughly researched on the net. Search engines are so effective in helping us gain knowledge about the topics we need. Students can prepare their projects without much hassle. To have a website is a usual thing these days, unlike in the past when it was a privilege of few. Various web hosting companies are offering various packages to suit every budget. Business units as well as individuals are tapping the Internet resource to the fullest. It has become a very obvious source to enhance their sales activity. There is no reason why businessmen won’t explore this opportunity to attract more customers. Talking about opportunities, marriage and dating is another area, where the scope has improved with Internet intervention. Previously people opted for the traditional way for finding a match. Thanks to Internet service, in addition to the conventional method there are websites helping in match making. Not only that, now finding a partner across globes also seems to be common. Making friends from countries of different parts of the world has got so much easier. Slowly but steadily its helping in adding to our list of friends. Another thing that’s got better with the help of Internet is shopping. Virtual shopping cart is much easier on the hands than the real ones. As the customers get discounts, freebies on their purchases and the sellers save on the advertising and middleman expenses. It is a win-win situation for both. Shoppers buy from the comfort of their homes, which makes it a tireless shopping. Although, it’s observed that this trend is yet to be seen in many countries. Investment in stock exchange, mutual funds has also changed drastically. Just a click on the mouse is required to buy or sell shares. No more going to the broker’s office or the stock exchange like before. Although the list is endless, a few other sections where Internet influence is getting stronger is real estate, advertising, hotel and ticket booking. After listing down some of the endless benefits of Internet and its influence on the society. It would only be fair to point out the disadvantages. The crucial ones would be viruses and hacking menace. Personal computers are exposed to the danger of virus transmitted through Internet. It can be risky using credit cards for any kind of transaction. There are tech-savvy guys who indulge in misusing their knowledge of computers. Apart from that another risk factor is meeting unknown people through chatting. Over the past many youngsters have been duped by showing a false picture. All said and done even with its loopholes Internet is strongly influencing our lifestyles. No one can deny the fact that it has unlocked amazing avenues. To not utilize this resource would only leave us behind to those who do. Internet is one of the best inventions we have had because Internet revolution is indeed bringing the world closer. ms_writy@yahoo.com |
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