Impact of Technology on Modern Language

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Technology is very much a part of modern life. Many people see technology as force that has escaped from human control. Others feel that technology has improved the quality of life. The issue of technology being a part of modern life is a controversial one. Some feel that the contribution of technology has made a positive impact in modern life that technology helps improve the quality of life .But still it’s in a big question. Technology’s role in our lives is astonishing. Its effect on the way we communicate has changed the English language forever. To be more specific, the way we speak today is, by and large, the way we spoke before the internet became what it is, albeit with an enriched vocabulary. Conventions of telephone conversations have, to my mind, changed little: we still use the same methods – if not words – to greet and sign off, for example What is hugely different, however, is the way we write today. That is the area where technology has had the biggest impact Technology has the biggest effect ever on our communication. The same technology that was suppose to make our lives simpler is actually making our lives so dependent on technology, that it is ac crippling us as a society. We cannot seem to function properly without having our communication device at our sides at all times. Think about it, how many times a day do you check your email or text messages. Checking your cell phone is one of the last things you do at night and the first thing you do in the morning. We have become totally obsessed with our devices. As a matter of fact most individuals feel very lonely with out their devices. It provides more stimulation than our natural lives make possible. Not to mention the social- media of Facebook and Twitter, just to keep in touch with other peoples lives. Dont get me wrong, there are also some positive to social media, Its a great way
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