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Alisa Permessur
December 1, 2014
Modern Technology.. Good or Bad?

A journey of a thousand sites begins with a single click. Over the

years, technology has changed from pulp to pop. Technology has enhanced
the way we look at the world. We used to wonder how the world was
beyond time. Now with the use of science, we can now unravel the mystery
of the past. Everyone has two sides, and so does technology. The debate
whether technology is good or bad still goes on. Despite accusations, I
believe that technology is good.
About 2.5 million years ago, humans made the first tools from stone,
wood, antlers, and bones. Humans discovered these tools could carve any
material into shapes. 1-2 million years ago, humans discovered fire. It
became easier for hunters because they sharpened their tools. From the 7th
to the 15th century, windmills were constructed in eastern Iran and western
Afghanistan. In 1094, a Buddhist monk named Su Song invented the tower
clock in China. The clock tower stands for thirty feet high, and is designed
to reveal the movement of the stars and the hours of the day. From 1698 to
1702,Thomas Savory designed the worlds first steam pump. It was
designed with no piston, but it relies on the power of a vacuum. In the
years of 1774 to 1800, John Wilkonson invented a machine, powered by a
water wheel, which can drill extroadinary through the length of a cast-iron
cylinder to create the barrel of a cannon. From 1837 to 1851, people
became aware of cast-iron architecture. The public was inventing objects
that contained glass, iron, and fabric. Thus, history of technology can speak
for itself.
Over the years, technology has enhance the methods of
transportation and communication. Before, it was challenging to send mail
internationally. However, with our smartphones and computers, we can
stay connected to our family and friends across the world. The science of
technology has created a whole new system of transporting goods and
people from one place to another. The use of technology has cut distance
between our loved ones.
Because of the enhancement of technology, we have new systems of
education needed. Children of all ages can use an app to learn how to read,
write, and spell. Schools are embracing technological advances as a way to

improve the learning of every child on different curriculum levels. On a

2012 Pew Internet Project survey shows 75% of 2,500 teachers agreed that
the internet and mechanics have a positive impact on research skills.
Technology has also allowed children with disabilities are now able to use
technology to overcome struggles they face with reading and writing.
Because of the enhancement of technology, we have new systems of
education needed. Children of all ages can use an app to learn how to read,
write, and spell. Schools are embracing technological advances as a way to
improve the learning of every child on different curriculum levels. On a
2012 Pew Internet Project survey shows 75% of 2,500 teachers agreed that
the internet and mechanics have a positive impact on research skills.
Technology has also allowed children with disabilities are now able to use
technology to overcome struggles they face with reading and writing.
Despite my claims about the pleasant side of technology, technology
has its rotten side. Technology has harmed the environment and natures
beautiful creatures. Oils and fumes from vehicles and factories caused air
and water contain pollution causing the life span of animals and plants to
shorten. According to research, a majority of people does not know that
the chemical called fluorocarbons, are used in refrigererators contribute to
global warming.
Children these days are spending way too much time on social
media, not doing their work, and socializing friends and family. According to
Dr. David Volpi, who is a specialist in sleep and snoring problems, describes
technology causes fatigue, stress, and depression in children and teens.
Depression can be caused by mostly cyber bullying. Cyber bullying has been
a major issue concerning the majority of cyber bullying victims is young
adults. Cyber bullying can cause the worst scenarios to young adults that
could harm their bright future, and their everyday life.
Texting while driving has become a dangerous pastime in the U.S.
According to research, 81% Americans admit to texting while driving,
while the other 20% of accidents are caused by this pastime. In 2011, at
least 23% of auto collision involving cell phones thats 1.3 million crashes.
Five seconds is the minimal amount of time the drivers attention is being
taken away from the road. In those five seconds, anything could happen.
In brief, technology has it twists and turns, but we cannot help it.
Many people have faulted technology, but without technology, we

would not have jobs or a roof over our heads. Everywhere we go

technology have become a part of our lives. We, as human beings, have
been changing. Because of technology, our lives our evolving in the good
and bad ways.