I've got a debate tomorrow in ICS, and I would like more input on this topic. What do you think? Is the dependence of computers a good thing or a bad thing?
Is the dependence of computers a good thing or bad?matchless
One good thing about computers is that it frees up the human mind to be more creative. We don't have to spend all our time organizing and looking for information, crunching numbers. And it has given us the capability of connecting with people from around the world as easy as it is to talk over the back fence in your own yard...sometimes, depending on who your neighbor is, and the weather, sometimes it's actually easier to be global than it is to be local.
On the other hand, computerization of our society can make us numb to each other, where we sit in front of our safe little boxes and deal with each other that way instead of face to face. It also has the capability of tempting us into making some really stupid choices. It has become a huge distraction for most of us, and in some cases a full blown addiction. AND lets not forget that with computers has come a whole new and unexpeced wave of high tech crime, and allowed the slimiest among us to hide even more carefully, becoming even slimier and making things worse for everyone.
When technology is used as a tool...and even to the extent that we rely on computers as tools to enhance our lives...it is a great thing. But when it starts to stand in the way of developing character then it's not so good.
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