The launching of new iPad, with so many people crazed over it, showed how much technology mean in today's world.
Just a simple question: How many of us can live without a computer/technology today? To be frank, I can't. Not even for more than 48 hours. The information system and the Internet are dominating our lives. The first thing that I do every morning is checking the email. It has become a routine in my life. I guess this is pretty normal for many people too.
Imagine not knowing what is going to happen for the day, freaky. Nonetheless, when we are dependent on something excessively, we are addicted to it. I literally feel "itchy hands" and mind torturing when computer or the Internet is not available in time of need.
One good and all-time-favorite example is definitely Facebook addiction. The professionals call it social media addiction. Many people, facebookers, can help to stop their urge to check for updates, messages, or to post new status on their profile page every now and then. We all know those updates are not very important, yet, we want to do it. It feels good, huh?
One potential cause that boost information media dominance is the shift in learning environment in this decade. Many classrooms in schools, even elementary, are classified as "smart classrooms." Students learn not only from the educator but sources from the Internet as well. Students at a young age learn to research and simply lookout for information to support their lessons in class. Educators commonly require students to submit their homeworks or assignments in softcopy. Students at high school or college no longer "write" their papers using the traditional pen and papers. "Writing" in today's term means typing.
I always think if we have a "backup" plan or Plan B.
What if the Internet is no longer available to us one day in the future? What will happen to the world? How can we possibly keep tracks of important database? Where do we look for more information, or entertainment? Where can I find a video teaching me "How to comb your hair?" And, social media wise, how do we stay connected?
I think we should be prepared.
