With the proliferation of the internet, it has become increasingly common for people to work, communicate, and buying products online, particularly in developed countries. While there are clear drawbacks to using the internet associated with education, trade, and family relationships, I contend that it is a positive development, as it serves as a powerful catalyst for fostering meaningful interaction.
Critics of using the internet in an attempt to buy, work, and engage with others cite various reasons to support their stance. When people rely heavily on the internet to navigate their daily challenges, they are more likely to be addicted to the screen to the point where they spend time on online entertainment, thereby succumbing to immediate gratification and grapple to resist the temptation to grab their electronic devices. Consequently, they can neglect essential academic assignment, family responsibilities, and social circle, which lead to falling behind their peers academically, weakening family bonds, and social segregation. Take my home country Uzbekistan, where majority people make use of the internet in pursuit of handling casual needs, making it difficult to lead to active lifestyle. Gone are the days when individuals used to come into contact with their friends and relatives and make purchases traditionally, as people nowadays depend excessively on the online platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and telegram to interact with others, work remotely.
By utilizing the internet consistently, people can hold casual conversations with others from diverse backgrounds, thus enabling them to exchange ideas, build harmonious coexistence, and camaraderie. Given these circumstance, it comes as no surprise that internet users can enhance their interpersonal skills – getting their message clearly, find common grounds, resolve conflicts constructively, and get along with others easily – all of which is crucial for both personal and professional settings, broadening their horizons. In a world where those struggling with isolation, taking advantages of the internet can make a significant different when it comes to improving communication skills.
In conclusion, even though excessive exposure to the internet has more harm than good, I believe that it carries more weight on social interaction.