What are some of the pros and cons of the Internet in today’s
society? Some of the many advantages of the Internet in today’s society
are listed below:
1) The Easy Accessibility Of Information
One of the pros of the Internet has to do with the rapid access of
information that would require many more hours of research resorting to
the older more traditional methods.
2) Internet Online Shopping
Interested people can order products from traditional chain stores
such as Macy’s, or order products from Internet based business. The Home
Shopping Channels also operated under the same principles.
3) Internet Community
Some Internet users use the Internet to socialize on line with people
who share common goals and interests. There is My Space and various
Blogs available to match compatible people of the same age bracket. A
lot of Internet community sites target the younger generation.
4) Internet Games
Some on-line don’t require Internet access; whereas, other sites do!
People who utilize Internet games can try to match their skills against
either the computer or other people involved in their particular
Internet Community.
What are some of the cons of the Internet in today’s society?
1) Internet Online Sexual Predators
Sexual predators use the Internet to seek fresh victims! They not
only target children and teens, but adults as well! Pornographers are
allowed to advertise on the Internet. According to the Everett Police
Department, “they are merely inviting you to visit their website, if you
are interested. Unfortunately, there is nothing illegal with that!”
2) Internet Online Terrorists
Terrorist organizations use the Internet to advertise their
services,and to try to recruit interested individuals. They target
certain ethnic groups such as blacks and genders young males who are
easily persuaded to become converts to their particular branch of the
Muslim religion! They are very through in their investigations and use
personalty profiles to target their specially selected victims!
3) Internet Online Scam Artists
Currently there are a lot of extremely sophistic on line scams
originating from the following countries: Canada and The United Kingdom.
And apparently the continent of Africa is a breeding ground for
Internet Scam Artists. According to Everett’s All City Credit Union,
“many people wait for couriers who never show up. They like people to
become in Charity scams and send money overseas. Chances are there is no
recourse available for their victims. Some times they are so
sophisticated they are able to make withdrawals from people’s accounts!”
“Over 98% of the offers coming from those particular regions are
cons! If you don’t feel comfortable making a contribution, don’t do it.
Don’t have any more further contact with the con artist either over the
telephone or over the Internet. If you want to donate money to a
charitable cause, choose one that is reputable!”
