What are the implications of technology on communication? In recent years, with the growth of the internet, communication has become easier and more convenient for the everyday person. However, many people criticize myspace/facebook/AIM as being too impersonal; that it is simply will never be as good as face to face communication. That laughter should never be replaced with an "lol." I've also heard a few humorous stories in which a girl broke up with a guy by means of a text message … classy, I know.
Many people who use instant messaging say that they are able to be more open and honest about what they think and who they are. They are unrestrained by what other people may think of them. This can allow for connections with people on a deeper level. Various websites (that I refuse to promote) attempt to match people up based on their "compatibility." They then chat online and get to know one another better and hopefully form a deeper relationship. It also allows for long distance relationships to survive. However the reverse can also be true; instant messaging is used by many to be deceitful. Sexual predators have been known to use instant messaging as a façade. They prey on ignorant teenagers. So my question to you, the audience, is; Do the pros of technology in communication outweigh the cons, or vice versa?




