The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Computers

Decent Essays
Living in the technological generation is very convenient and comfortable.

Many devices that humans have invented including computer help people to live their

lives easier. There are both advantages and disadvantages of computer which

depend on in what way the users manage to use it. Nowadays, young children have

involved with computer much more than before by most of them not knowing how to

use it properly and do not realise that sometimes spending too much time on the

computer could be harmful. There is no need for children to work with computers

every day because it cannot offer several other things. However, many parents and

schools often put children into the electronic environment by only think about the

benefits of
…show more content…
However, children in some families that do not

have a computer can still probably practice using it at school and it seems impossible

for them to avoid using computers. Serdar, the writer of the article, claims that

computer delivers the “intellectual experiences” and prospects of the world’s

deviation to children (2014, p. 203). Moreover, he mentions that some researchers

believe that social interaction as well happens when children spend time on their

computer in the class at school (206). For example, most children do not only use

computers alone but they also talk to their friends and share it with them or even ask

them to take part in what is on the screen.

An additional positive reason that referred in The Effective use of computers

with young children is “Computer representations are often more manageable,

flexible, and extensible” (Celments, 1999). For that purpose, the computer is just a

machine which would do anything that a programmer set it to do. It is such a laid

back way for children to control computers in the way that they would like because

the entirety has already organized for the user in an uncomplicated
…show more content…
20). In general, more

computer designs to suit adults better than the children which surely can give the

drawbacks to the early age users because they have not yet grown up enough to fit

it. Additionally, eating while working on computer is habitually causing obesity in

children. According to Cordes and Miller, many health professionals believed

childhood obesity had increased since 1994 … and because they consumed so

many high-fat, high sugar foods (1999, p. 25). Instead of doing other useful activities,

children waste most of their time on the computer and the longer time they spend on

it usually increases the amount of food that they tend to eat.

From my point of view, computers are important for some people but not yet

for young children. It seems clear that many studies have shown stronger evidences

of the negative effects of computers on children than the positives. Further instances

of the downsides are learning difficulties, false collaboration, lack of concentration,

and missed communication with others (Cordes and Miller, 1999). Correspondingly,

Related Documents

  • Improved Essays

    As a society today in 21st century America, humans are becoming more and more like the smartphones they carry around in their pockets, and the computers that lay dormant in backpacks as they shuffle from class to class or ride the subway to work. Technology is becoming more and more of a predominant factor in our every day lives. Think about it. We use technology everywhere, whether it be in school, at work, at home, or even in the car. In Richard Restak’s Attention Deficit: The Brain Syndrome of Our Era and Bill Wasik’s…

    • 1026 Words
    • 5 Pages
    Improved Essays
  • Improved Essays

    Authors often times base their stories on the fears of the public, and that's exactly what Ray Bradbury did. Not all technology is good for mankind, In the stories “The Veldt” and “Marionettes Inc.” Ray Bradbury is trying to show the consequences of new technology through psychological changes, wasted time, and the poorer treatment of humans. The psychological changes on humans are evident, and can be traced back to the technology in both stories.…

    • 503 Words
    • 3 Pages
    Improved Essays
  • Improved Essays

    Chapter Two- Q and A About Some Basics In chapter two Doug Johnson talks about classroom technology that can be beneficial for the teachers and children. He talks about what computer are compatible for you, what software you should use, and how to manage your files on the computer (Johnson,2011, pg.29). This chapter teaches you about the basic concept of computers. It taught me what computer would be beneficial to me to use which was the Apple’s Macintosh Os.…

    • 649 Words
    • 3 Pages
    Improved Essays
  • Decent Essays

    In “The Veldt”, by Ray Bradbury, I believe that the parents are at fault for their own deaths because they should've been more responsible on limiting the kids time on electronics. In the beginning of the story, when the parents bought the house, the parents didn’t set limits on the children's technology. If they did, the children's wouldn't get so hooked onto technology because they would’ve remembered the consequences of doing too much technology set by their parents. Since the parents didn't set a limit on electronics, the kids didn't think there was a limit and they thought they could just play all they wanted.…

    • 256 Words
    • 2 Pages
    Decent Essays
  • Improved Essays

    I also disagree in a way with what Staples’ has to argue. I believe that the internet helps kids communicate. Online chatting sites Such as Facebook, Snapchat, Email, etc.. These websites are all great tools to communicate over the internet. Online communicating helps kids to make friends from around the world as well as friends from school, sports, and clubs.…

    • 1152 Words
    • 5 Pages
    Improved Essays
  • Improved Essays

    America’s gift to my generation was the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Before us, the previous generation acquired many of the same gifts, so former gifts that prior generations received are also our gifts that have been shared with us from them. My generation has received old gifts, like the Bill of Rights. The Bill of Rights gives us many rights as US citizens that many other countries don’t receive.…

    • 326 Words
    • 2 Pages
    Improved Essays
  • Improved Essays

    Computers are useful in the classroom however, the argument is when and where is computers a detriment to children when it comes to learning. Are computers taking the place of teachers? My audience are common people for example parents, or teachers. An answer to the question when and where is computers a detriment to children. In some cases, yes computers are a detriment to children because, if they are taught to just type on a computer they won 't know the basics of writing on paper by hand.…

    • 1062 Words
    • 5 Pages
    Improved Essays
  • Improved Essays

    “Have Smartphones Destroyed Generations?” is the question Jean M. Twenge asks in his article in The Atlantic Magazine. The article highlights the influence of smartphones on the present generation. In the article, the author, proves his claims by comparing survey data of two different generations, the GenX and the iGen. The author declares that the current generation is safer physically, but are on the verge of a mental-health crisis. The article lists all the problems the American teens are facing because the excessive use of smartphones and how those problems are destroying their health.…

    • 745 Words
    • 3 Pages
    Improved Essays
  • Improved Essays

    “Shut Down Your Screen” Kids these days always have some sort of technology around with them, everywhere they go. As a result, parents have wondered what would happen if the technology was taken away from their children. Parents worked together with their schools and made a national week called, “Shut Down Your Screen Week”, where students are to quit using technology for a week. There are many reasons why schools should participate in this national event. Some of these reasons are because technology makes kids distracted, unattached from the real world, form bad habits, and although some may say that it makes friendship bonds stronger, face to face interaction does not happen enough.…

    • 974 Words
    • 4 Pages
    Improved Essays
  • Improved Essays

    Children all over the world use the Internet as they grow up. Parents can not seem to get their children away from smartphones, tablets, and computers. “The Kaiser foundation reports that children spend on average 8 hours and 40 minutes per day on technology” (Gold). They use the Internet to play games, and watch videos. They also use it for social media.…

    • 1245 Words
    • 5 Pages
    Improved Essays
  • Improved Essays

    As computers became essential to business, industry, trades, and professions, educators and parents became increasingly concerned that young people acquire at minimum the basic understanding of computers and master the related skills. 2. Explain computer algorithms and its significance An algorithm is a set of instructions designed to perform a specific task. In computer science, an algorithm is a set of steps for a computer application to accomplish a task.…

    • 790 Words
    • 4 Pages
    Improved Essays
  • Improved Essays

    Introduction: An issue hotly debated is whether or not kids should have technology. Some people think it is great for kids to surround themselves with technology and the internet but research show that that is not the case. Kids think the internet is a great place but really there are inappropriate photos, videos, games, and websites. Kids should most definitely not have technology because it affects their health/ abilities, it does not give them a chance to just be kids, and it can cause cyberbullying.…

    • 1040 Words
    • 5 Pages
    Improved Essays
  • Improved Essays

    There is clear variables which effect the outcomes of using technology such as age, development and social backgrounds on children perceived reality and imitation. From the debate in this essay there is adequate positive and negative effects of children using technology. In summary, positives effects include, imitating pro social behaviours, easy way of communication, teaches children about personal diversity and culture and it allows shy children to express themselves with others who have a similar interests. On the other hand, negatives of isolation, language problems, bullying, violence and anxiety to speak in real life face to face situations. Overall technology is a continuum of social intention but through the technological screen and we should embrace this advancement in technology with a balance of real life…

    • 958 Words
    • 4 Pages
    Improved Essays
  • Improved Essays

    When administrators provide laptops to students in the elementary classroom the technological experience helps prepare students for their future. “The use of technology in education provides students with technology literacy, information literacy, capacity for life-long learning and other skills necessary for the 21st century workplace” (Grinager 2). As the world evolves it becomes more dependent on technology. This dependence causes a need for children to learn how to use technology. The easiest way to teach students about technology is by providing each student with a laptop.…

    • 993 Words
    • 4 Pages
    Improved Essays
  • Improved Essays

    Mary Aiken is a cyberpsychologist. She specializes in the impact of technology on human behaviour, and has written extensively on issues relating to the intersection between humankind and technology. The main theme of this book is how technology shapes the children of our world and how their behavior is developed. Aiken goes over a wide range of subjects from the impact of screens on the developing child to the explosion of teen sexting, and the acceleration of compulsive and addictive behaviors online, such as gaming and shopping. Aiken also provides statistics and incredible case studies of the hidden trends that are shaping our culture and the future of our children as well as raising questions about where the digital revolution is taking…

    • 902 Words
    • 4 Pages
    Improved Essays