How technology affect our society?
Everyone has seen the moody, withdrawn kid with music blasting out of his white earbuds, or the
girl rapidly texting on her phone. The youth of today are constantly immersed in technological
advancements that promote...
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How technology affect our society?
Everyone has seen the moody, withdrawn kid with music blasting out of his white earbuds, or the
girl rapidly texting on her phone. The youth of today are constantly immersed in technological
advancements that promote nonstop communication and instant gratification, whether through
cell phones, gaming systems, laptops, or MP3 players. But are these technological advancements
a good thing? I believe that the growth of technology has negatively influenced the social
interactions of today's youth because it isolates individuals from reality, hinders communication,
and perpetuates the concept of immediate satisfaction.
Technology is a negative influence on us because it separates individuals from reality. The iPod
is one example; by putting in your earbuds and immersing yourself in music while in public, you
are disconnecting yourself from the real world. “For some people, the main appeal of the iPod is
that it preoccupies you so that you do not have to de
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