"Discuss how the widespread use use of networks has impacted on both individuals and society"
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- "Discuss how the widespread use use of networks has impacted on both individuals and society"
- Online Shopping
- Products can be purchased at a cheaper price
- Available 24/7
- Don't have to leave the house
- Greater Choice - Not limited to one geographical area
- You generally have to pay for delivery
- You need internet access, and computer skills
- Impact on work
- Cloud computing allows for working anywhere there is an internet connection
- Employers can check social networks when researching potential employees
- Collaborative working can be achieved
- People may avoid face-to-face contact
- Workers without internet access may be left out of making important decisions.
- Health and Safety
- Easier to maintain contact with people
- IT can help people get better paid jobs
- Mobile devices can help keep people safe by always being able to contact others
- Easier access to information, allowing people to learn new things
- Overuse of social media can have a negative health impact
- Radio Waves from devices may affect health
- Use of IT can contribute to obesity due to inactivity
- Unequal access to ICT
- Not everyone can afford access to digital technology
- Some governments restrict/censor access to digital technology. e.g. China & the Internet
- Limited access to electricity for some countries
- Wealthier countries have better access to digital technology
- Online Shopping
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