Argumentative Essay on Technology

The society has been dramatically changed with the evolution of technology. Before the
advent of modern-day technology, life was burdensome and everyday chores consumed too
much of our time. Immense opportunities are being provided by technologies which play an
important role in human life. The access to education, medicine, industry, transportation etc.
has been simplified due to modern day technology.

Due to the convenience and efficiency provided by technology, our lives have improved
significantly. There used to be a time when executing a simple task like doing laundry would
take most of the day. With so many advantages and comfort, come the disadvantages too.
Technology is being used imprudently these days resulting in affecting the society negatively
and complicating our lives.

Relationship with family members is being weakened due to excessive involvement with
various devices. Although in a few cases, parents’ resort to technology to communicate with
their children and know about their whereabouts but this is not adequate always.

Technology has made access to education easier but it is also resulting in weakening the
memories of people. Usage of text language often is having dire consequences on students.
They fail to spell words correctly or write fully grammatically correct sentences.

Modern technology also poses serious health problems. People are sleep deprived nowadays
since taking their eyes off their phone or laptop screens become a near to impossible task.
This leads to problems in vision, cancer, obesity etc. We have become lazier. We prefer to
sitting, playing games or listening to music instead of walking or going outdoor or
performing any work which requires physical activity.
Modes of transportation has increased the ease of access but has also increased the amount of
pollution. Due to technology, a broad range of options have become accessible to people.
Technology has also benefitted people with special needs by providing them with hearing
aids, text readers, special chairs etc. Now they too can enjoy daily life without having to think
about their disabilities.

A few advantages of technology are that one can save time, money and life will be made
easier as a result of not having to do all the hard labor. First of all, we don't need to do
repetitive tasks and this gives us more time to do other things. Secondly, for people, who are
less able to do jobs, like elderly or disabled people, these machines are a great helpful to
them. Future developments may be able to help them even more. I think, this is the most
positive side of technology.

In contrast, the disadvantages of upgraded technology are that people will lose their jobs to
machines that will do the work for them. In addition, machines and robots are too complex
for most people to use. As I mentioned, it is up to the individual what they do with this extra
time. Unfortunately, instead of doing everyday tasks people tend to watch television or play
video games. Furthermore, many advancements in technology made people very lazy, this
can lead to an inactive lifestyle and people are becoming unhealthy.

As a conclusion, there are several positive impacts of technology on our lives but there are
several downsides too. We cannot abandon technology now but we can ensure not to let it
control us.

By Adithyaa.S