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Essay / Advantages and disadvantages of electronic communication
Table of contentsIntroduction 2Electronic communication 2Advantages 2Disadvantages 2Examples of situations from my experience 3Computers and laptops 3Multimedia messaging service (MMS) 3Entertainment 3Examples of situations from my experience 4People with disabilities: 4Find a house (consulting): 4 Effects of electronic communication on organizations: 4 IT and industry 5 IT and commerce 5 banking 6 effects on people who do not have access to electronic communication: 6 digital divide 6 disabilities 7 people who do not do not want to have access to electronic communication: 7 the Amish 7 introduction In this assignment, I will write a report on the effects of electronic communication on me, my family, and society. I will extend my report by giving a clear explanation that includes society in general, i.e. people and situations outside of my normal experience (i.e. business). I will also include in this report people who do not have access to electronic communication.Electronic communicationBenefitsBusiness – cost savings, efficiency, access to potential customersUsers – quick and easy access to informationAvailable 24/7More free time?The environment – less paperDisadvantagesImpact on healthObesity, lack of fresh air, repetitive strain injuriesInformation overload leads to stressSpamLess social contactPublicity and resulting peer pressureSecurity, privacy and the threat of virusesExamples of situations in the Within my experienceComputers and laptopsThese are common communication items in most homes. There are many communication features as well as software on a laptop and computer that are useful in everyday life. I use my laptop a lot to finish various pieces...... middle of paper...... acked by two billion people worldwide). People who do not want access to electronic communication: The Amish The Armish are reluctant to adopt modern technology because they believe that using modern technology is bad for them and do not want it. They do not use cell phones, internet or electricity, so it is difficult for them to communicate electronically and so they rely on face-to-face communication. Older people who don't want to use computers Many older people don't want to have access to communication for many reasons. Most of the time, they don't know how to use it and don't want to take lessons because they can't afford it. Older people may not want to access electronic communications because they are afraid of what might exist and problems they might encounter online and might be misled by false advertisements that are circulating..