Technology

There are any number of articles where well credentialled people are questioning the impact of new technologies and technological activities on human development. I am not certain that we have any hard data and research at this stage. We have people who are discussing their opinions and raising some issues that perhaps we need to consider better. Technology is not going to go away. Its impact will be significant. Whether it ultimately a bad impact is uncertain. Social networking and activities on the Net do not have to have a deliterous impact. Computer addicts will be no different from any other sort of addict because addiction is a disease and it has serious consequences. MySpace has had a lot of bad press but how many people are on MySpace and how many actually benefit from this? In any case it seems to be going into decline. It has had its day in the sun. As for  Facebook, it is the best way I know of keeping in easy contact with people and having some very amusing times. There is nothing about it which I find bad, in fact, it cheers me up no end because it makes me laugh. Social networking sites are often used to develop ideas and then organise events and contacts so it's just a different way of keeping it touch. and sharing ideas . Most people who use social networks are also using mobiles and the need for email  has diminished. No more clogged inboxes. I think we have to accept we have moved on from medieval times and we shall move on from industrial times. The world is going to change. We can go with the change, understand it and do our part to shape and influence it , or we can stick our heads in the sand and pretend the world is going to stand still. Any issues raised need to be considered and examined, but we also need to look at the good changes which occur. Isolated people have a good way of getting some social contact. Children need a balance but they will be navigating their lives through this the same as the generation which had to adapt to cars and planes. As adults we need to ensure they pick the safe pathways and have a chance to utilise the myriad of opportunities afforded them by technology.