TECHNOLOGY.. Good or Bad?

Internet, Computers, Cell phones and Television have become part of a so called modern-life. Personally, I can live without television but I can't imagine my life without internet, computer and cellphone. As crazy as it sound but it's true. I am sure most people will agree with this one.

Laptop computers, pagers and cell phones makes us accessible almost anytime, anywhere. It will connect us from our love ones easily, especially to those like me who's family lives overseas. Internet is been so helpful and a cheap way to get in touch with them. Through Yahoo webcam and voice chat, I can see and talk to them free of charge. There are so many things nowadays that we can do online, for example, internet banking, where you can manage your account online, ebay.com , where you can buy and sell online. Email and voicemail helps us also keep in touch to those people dear to us. Even texting can be done online.

But the communication's total change has its own downside. "Distraction and Addiction" are perhaps the most recognized problems associated with technology. There are some that can be called "technology addicts" who feels like their day is not complete if they can't get online and get to know what is going on. Talking on cell phone while driving can cause accident also.

But like everything else, we need to learn how to keep these devices in their proper place. But how? By using technology considerately and economically.

How can you use your cell phone and computer considerately? Consider the following suggestions from the "Awake" Magazine, November 2009 issue.

1. Avoid taking or making a phone call when or where you may disturb others. Turn off your phone if necessary.

2. Do not let your phone disrupt important face-to-face conversations unless absolutely necessary.

3. When you are talking on the phone, give the person you are speaking to your full attention.

4. Do not take someone's picture with your cell phone if this may be impolite or embarrassing to the individual.

5. Resist the temptation to forward every "interesting" email you receive. The recipients may not appreciate it.

So, is it good or bad?- it is your choice!