Information Technology leading to a polarized society??
The world
is never static, advancement in science today will be an old folk lore of
tomorrow, likewise the much sought after as well as the much debated
Information Technology should not be analyzed with a pessimistic approach.
When
Apple Inc launched its first personal computer kit in 1976, people argued that a
common man cannot do anything with a PC in his home. But now in 2013 Apple Inc
is one of the leading manufacturers of electronic gadgets, computer electronics and software providing 80,000 jobs worldwide.
Yes
information technology is a way of life for some, but it is only because of
this advancement in technology that we
can hold the entire world in our palms.
Information
technology brought the world closer. From relief activities during natural
disasters to defense and even satellite
technology we are only improvising.
Just like
a coin having two sides, Information Technology has its demerits too.
Focusing
the attention to the developing countries, clearly there is a majority, who are
technically illiterate.
This particular majority will have the tendency to
diverge from the other section of society who are pampering technology.
The major
problem arises when the people are reluctant to learn. As a result people fear
the evolution of a polarized society.
The
introduction of government aided programmes to provide free basic computer knowledge in the developing
countries was very effective.
Technology
has also advanced so much that the parent can track their ward's personal
computer's browsing history.
The
introduction of firewalls and filters and safe internet browsers have also
minimized the misuse of technology.
Therefore,
information technology not only helps in higher income but also brings about
ways to make our daily life easier and progressive.
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