The internet, television, and cell phones are just a few of the many essential technical advancements that we depend on every day. Although they have improved life in certain ways, they can also have negative side effects just like previous technological advancements.
The Futurama ride from the 1960s serves as an example of the many advantages of technology improvement. These advantages include improved production, improved communication, a more educated workforce, and support for medical advancements. Simple tasks that are necessary for human survival and flourishing are now simpler because of these advancements. The human species has advanced like never before since the Industrial Revolution thanks to technical advancements that have made us more inventive than ever, as demonstrated in the Age of AI documentary.
The risks outweigh the advantages by a wide margin. For those who use technology, especially children, some potential dangers include a rise in obesity, a reduction in social skills, a low attention span, and a reliance on technology. In addition to the negative side effects, a loss in mental health is also a legitimate worry as more people depend on technology and social media for happiness and entertainment. This dependency can result in fewer abilities to self-regulate and more behavioral or ethical problems. Additionally, as technology has advanced, particularly with regard to large tech companies, there have been privacy violations as a result of these businesses' free use of their services while secretly monitoring and gathering user data for their own purposes.
Where will technology lead us in the future? Artificial intelligence appears to be the way of the future. After being exposed to pertinent information, machines and computers with artificial intelligence are able to learn and carry our tasks that are often only performed by intelligent individuals. As was demonstrated in the AI documentary, this is already beginning to materialize as self-driving trucks become a reality in America, widespread facial recognition systems take over in China, and increasing investment is being made in both countries to advance AI in order to boost productivity. It was explained that as AI usage increases, fewer jobs will be accessible for the typical individual, which would be a side effect of the technology development.
Personally, I think my relationship with technology is healthier than many people online. Being a good digital citizen, which includes abiding by the law, practicing proper online manners, communicating clearly, comprehending the security and health dangers of technology, and much more, is essential to using technology in a healthy way. As someone who uses technology responsibly, I consider myself to be knowledgeable in these fields.
It is generally accepted that there is no specific maximum time that people should spend using technology each day when it comes to screen time. While it is true that time-consuming devices must be watched, the actual issue is how people are using technology, whether it be for entertainment, education, or other purposes. During the time I am in college, I spend around 5 hours a day on my phone. This may be a lot but when I compare it to my other college friends or peers, this is below average. 3 hours of that time is used for educational purposes and to check my school emails. I save 2 hours of that time to watch entertainment videos on YouTube and TikTok.
I have a decent presence online if we are referring to my TikTok account, but overall, my online footprint is relatively small. When looking up my name "Holland Barber", my LinkedIn profile appears as well as my TikTok account. A lot of the other links that appear are of barbershops and haircut shops because of my last name. If you click on google images, there are no pictures that pop up that are of me. It is all barbershop pictures. Because I do not have a huge appearance or following on all of my social media or profile accounts, I have been able to maintain a lowkey appearance online. There is nothing negative to be notified about because I am responsible and knowledgeable enough to keep my image clean when I am on the internet.
Technology has become an essential part of our everyday lives and routines for even the most basic tasks, such as using electricity to see what we are doing and staying in touch with our loved ones through social media and messaging. While the many technical systems and technologies might be useful, when utilized excessively or improperly, they can have unfavorable side effects. We must always be cautious and aware of our actions and intentions when using technology because inappropriate and excessive use could cause physical injury or harm, mental distress, or both.
Additionally, technology has provided us and previous generations with a means of connecting everyone on the earth. It is absurd to consider how we might message or communicate with individuals from other nations, such as China or Mexico. We were all stranded in our homes during Covid-19, unable to leave and socialize with others. We were kept afloat by technology. It gave us the ability to conduct business from the security of our homes, keep up with current events through the news, and call anyone worldwide who we could not meet face to face.
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