INTERNET
INFOteen
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Life or Internet?
Marios Zaronakis, Alexandra-Maria Kalaitzidi, Agapi Papadaki
It has become fashionable in many parts of the world, for teenagers to use a computer. While there are several advantages to an early introduction to technology, it could also pose a variety of dangers to teenagers’ health and development.
First of all, there are many pros of technology for teenagers. The most important advantage is that using technology at preschool age helps you acquire knowledge and when you grow up you will not have a problem using high-tech devices. Another advantage is that teenagers can communicate with their friends and everybody they know, for instance via email, viber, messenger, facebook and so on. A further benefit is that you can do your homework with the help of the Internet. Moreover, another major positive point is that the Internet helps teenagers with their projects and offers information through online encyclopedias. An additional benefit is entertainment for teenagers, especially when they play games, watch videos, movies and listen to music. One last advantage is online shopping through which you order and buy products conveniently.
On the other hand, there are many cons of technology for teenagers too. The most important disadvantage is that when teenagers overuse a compute, it can even cost their life since it can make them antisocial.
Quite often they do not seem to care about their homework because they are addicted to the Internet. Also, overexposure to the net may cause various health problems. One of the most dangerous drawbacks is Cyberbullying because it leads many teenagers to not having self-esteem. A further downside is bad quality information because sometimes information is false or even fake. Moreover, another major negative point could be the bad quality from e-shopping, particularly when you order something and it is delayed or in bad condition.
The conclusion is that the Internet is not bad, and it will not hurt you if you know how to use it and for how long. It needs to be sparing and especially in the case of teenagers because they can get carried away easily.