Computers

Computers

Computers are a major technological breakthrough of the twentieth century. Their benefits are numerous yet much can be said against them.

The main disadvantage of computers is that staring at a screen for long periods of time can be damaging to the eyes, and sitting on a chair for hours at a time is certainly not healthy. Secondly computers distract from social interactions such as conversation. Also, people can be inclined to become anti-social and stay at home and use ttheir computer. Finally, the most persuasive argument against the use of computers is that the more jobs are done by computers the less are done by people.

However, the advantages of computers are numerous, such as undeniable educational benefits, especially to children. School subjects become more interesting when presented on a computer screen. Moreover, computers can be fun with a seemingly endless variety of games which can be played on them. In addition, computers are valuable to any business, making llife easier and saving time by being capable of storing and retrieving vast amounts of information at he touch of the button. Furthermore personal can be seen as the use of computers increases the powers of concentration.

To sum up, tthere are strong arguments against and for the use of computers. Yet, despite the health problems, risk to jobs and personal interaction, it seems that as long ...