In 1984, citizens are unceasingly scrutinized through the use of the telescreens and the Thought Police. On page 3, the text states, “The telescreen received and transmitted simultaneously. Any sound that Winston made, above the level of a very low whisper, would be picked up by it, moreover, so long as he …show more content…
As privacy is an issue of universal human rights, the surveillance in 1984 and modern times violates citizens’ confidentiality, despite the governments’ claim that surveillance is an issue of security. Technologies of 1984 and modern times ultimately contribute to the fear and paranoia of the 1984 society.
The society of 1984 uses telescreens and the thought police to constantly survey their citizens. In modern times, citizens are unknowingly watched through their popular electronic devices. Both societies survey their citizens with claims on security, while in reality, surveillance is a violation of human rights. Technology in modern times is similar to surveillance technology in 1984, and is ultimately leading to a fearful and paranoia based