The internet is arguably the best invention since electricity, before it was invented not many could believe such a spectacular technological advance would occur. I doubt that anyone in this generation can even imagine life without the internet. Roughly a third of the world’s population use the internet, it is a relatively cheap resource that is also accessible in developing countries. The large number of users provides a fantastic resource for information, communication and entertainment.
It has revolutionised the way we think, access information, socialise, shop and it has also led us to live a drastically different lifestyle. In the era we live in hand written letters are rare, email and social forums are the new method of conveying information to one another. I believe that, even though the internet has its drawbacks such as addiction and cyber bullying it has transformed the world. It has modernized the world in which we live, with the inclusion of internet on our mobiles and portable devices the internet is available when we’re travelling, socialising or relaxing at home.
The internet is the most powerful communication tool, where you’re allowed to express your own opinions and keep in touch with family or friends who live across the globe. The World Wide Web can provide an infinite database of information at the touch of our fingertips; this information resource is expanding and developing every day. The web is a relatively cheap and fast resource, which is available 24/7- it’s being used increasingly in education and business. The web is easily accessible and searching for what you need is simple due to search engines such as Google and Yahoo.
The internet’s communication skills mean that news or emergency situations are immediately documented and reported upon; this instant communication unites the world and creates a sense that the world is integrated and incorporated online in the World Wide Web. The internet also has economic benefits, a web based store such as Amazon is definitely making more profits by selling it’s products online, compared to in an actual store. Web based shopping is also more accessible and convenient for the shoppers, it however forces closure of certain shops such as Blockbuster which are fast being replaced by web based stores which sell similar products such as Netflix or Lovefilm.
The internet is an amazing location for entertainment – music, games, TV programs and movies can be instantly downloaded on to your internet device in a matter of seconds. The internet has also enrolled a fantastic platform for inspiring music artists, performers and dancers -it has found extraordinary talent such as Justin Bieber. Many social networking websites such as Facebook, Twitter and Tumblr are seen as locations to share entertainment resources and have fun while communicating. Recently an increasing number of people are using the internet as being an entertainment resource.
