Advantages and disadvantages of the internet

Advantages and disadvantages of the internet. In the modern era, when society is increasingly developing towards industrialization and modernization, human life has become more perfect and developed, it is impossible not to mention the great role of the internet. The Internet is certainly one of the greatest inventions of the last century...

ĐỀ 9: Advantages and disadvantages of the internet Introduction

In the modern era, when society is increasingly developing towards industrialization and modernization, human life has become more perfect and developed, it is impossible not to mention the great role of the internet The Internet is certainly one of the greatest inventions of the last century It is the most outstanding and novel innovation in the field of communication in human history and is an indispensable part of the current information technology era The existence of the Internet certainly has a huge impact on our lives It has transformed the process of communication, learning, searching for information and even the way of thinking Besides the conveniences and benefits the internet brings to people, the internet also contains many disadvantages and risks To clarify the advantages and disadvantages of the internet, our group would like to choose topic number 9 to research The group's topic is

Advantages and disadvantages of the internet.I Internet overview

The Internet is a global information system that is publicly

accessible The Internet is a giant computer network consisting of millions of computers around the world connected to each other Each computer connected to the network will be a member of this network The Internet uses the TCP/IP communication protocol suite, ensuring access to many permanent sources of information, providing useful guides, shopping services, file transfers, email and many other capabilities.

The Internet was invented by the US government in 1969 under the name ARPANet By 1974, the name "Internet" was officially born to name this global network system.

By 1984, the Internet began to be widely used in the US military field Since 1995, the Internet has been widely applied in almost all areas of life It has been estimated that more than 97% of information globally is exchanged via the Internet.

With open connectivity, the Internet has become the largest network in the world, a network of networks, appearing in all fields of commerce, politics, military, research, education, culture, and society Since then, services on the Internet have continuously developed, creating a new era for humanity: the era of e-commerce on the Internet.

II Advantages of the Internet

1.Connect, communicate and share

One of the benefits that cannot be ignored is connecting people from the Internet.

People can chat together, exchange information and experiences on forums, and share information and emotions on blogs Since then, the distance has gradually narrowed, people have become closer and can build stronger relationships.

Besides, in the forums, users can also express their opinions on any issue through the feedback section in the articles The Internet helps people unleash their creativity and express their opinions and defend their opinions.

The Internet allows users to exchange information and interact with each other easily and quickly, regardless of geographical distance or time Thanks to the Internet, users can interact, share knowledge, and connect with others around the world, opening up opportunities for cooperation, exchange of experiences and developing relationships between countries Territories and people around the world.

2.Huge information archive

The Internet is like a giant information repository The Internet allows users to access online data repositories, including websites, databases, and other online documents With the rapid development of the internet, the amount of accessible information is increasing, giving users many opportunities to search and discover new knowledge The internet’s huge information archive also makes sharing information easier than ever Users can create and share documents online, from articles to images and videos, without having to go to mainstream media outlets This makes access to information broader and more diverse, helping users meet their learning, research, entertainment and work needs.

The Internet has become a useful entertainment medium for everyone in today’s life On the Internet, there are countless forms of entertainment such as: Playing games, chatting through forums, social networks, listening to music, watching movies, etc From there, it helps people relax after working days Work, study, stress and fatigue.

4.Online Shopping

Surely online shopping has become too familiar to everyone, especially women Through the Internet, shopping gradually becomes easier and more convenient than ever Buyers can freely choose, consider prices and feel secure about payment on the Internet without having to spend too much time like before.

5.Online Business

The Internet has created an extremely developed digital business environment, helping businesses reach customers around the world more quickly and effectively than ever before Nowadays, the Internet makes buying and selling more convenient and easier, this is called online shopping Many young people have succeeded at a very young age when selling online

6.Make your life easier

Surely everyone can see that since the Internet, everyone’s life has gradually become easier than ever If before, if you wanted to buy a movie ticket, you had to run to the ticket counter, but now you can do it using the Internet In addition, you can also pay electricity and water bills, transfer money, and pay for services from the Internet.

III Disadvantages of the Internet

Besides the benefits that the internet brings, the disadvantages it brings are also equally As society develops more and more, the problems surrounding it also become more and more complex Specifically:

1 For human life (Hằng)

Firstly, it affects the health of users.

- Spending too much time on the internet will easily cause users to become slow, quick - tempered, and inattentive to those around them Being too focused on the internet will cause them to lose memory or be distracted at work.

- Being engrossed in the internet also causes people to not have time to take care of themselves Looking too much at computer or phone screens is very harmful to the eyes and causes sleep disorders.

Second, it is a waste of time, each person often spends a few hours of their precious time using the internet, along with that, students are engrossed in social networks without spending time studying and doing homework.

Third, since the internet appeared, the interaction between people and those around them has decreased significantly They are engrossed in "virtual" friends online and forget about the people around them In fact, when they go together, even if they sit next to each other, each person uses their phone to go online without interacting with each other.

Fourth, killing creativity, as social networks develop more and more, many creative articles spread online, but also based on that, when many people encounter difficult problems, they depend on the internet instead of thinking for themselves

Fifth, privacy can be violated Normally, users will update their personal data or share information or images via internet chat that is not allowed by the security network Guaranteed to lead to personal information leaks.

2 For society (Hương)

First, the Internet has a negative impact on political securityand social order and safety:

The Internet is creating an environment for high-tech criminals to take advantage of According to cybersecurity experts, the situation of fraud in cyberspace is becoming increasingly complicated For example, using email to trick people into clicking on malicious links and files, taking advantage of virus-spreading websites to collect personal information: full name, login name, phone number, contacts relationships, emails, bank credit account numbers, passwords scams to appropriate money, even blackmail many people.

The most dangerous are hostile and reactionary forces at home and abroad who use websites, blogs, and social networks to sabotage ideology, fabricate, and distort history, guidelines, and policies of the Party, etc Posting false, unverified information, taking advantage of current, sensitive issues that are of public concern but have not been resolved well to entice and incite people to protest and gather Crowds of people oppose the government, causing chaos in society, affecting the country's political security.

Second, the Internet has a negative impact on the developmentof culture.

The advent of the Internet has created opportunities for interaction between the cultures of different countries Besides increasing the richness of cultural identities between countries, there are still some potential depraved and unhealthy cultures that affect today's youth Many cultures are spreading on the Internet in deviations from the standards,

ethics, lifestyle, and traditional cultural values of the nation The state of information disturbance is at an alarming rate, showing that a false culture is spreading in cyberspace that is not strictly controlled.

IV Solutions to overcome the negative effects of the internet(Hương)

Firstly, increase education and raise awareness about safe use of the internet: raise awareness for users about risks and personal protection measures online, help users understand about protecting their privacy, fraud and hack prevention, and developing information evaluation skills to avoid misinformation.

Second, build an effective content censorship system: Promote the application of clear regulations on content moderation to prevent and remove harmful, illegal, or ethically violating information It is necessary to create standards and moderation processes that are fair, trustworthy and transparent.

Third, information security and privacy: Ensure that personal data is protected and not misused This includes managing user privacy, applying strong encryption, and developing information security standards

Fourth, cooperation between government, businesses and the community: Strengthen cooperation and interaction between relevant parties to create effective regulations, policies and enforcement measures Regulation must protect users and ensure the responsibility of business organizations and Internet service providers.

Fifth, develop safe technology: Invest in research and development of safe technology to prevent and minimize cyber attacks, malware and intrusion activities There is a need to develop powerful tools to detect and deal with potential threats.

Sixth, encourage active use of the Internet: Build a positive online environment by encouraging the creation and sharing of educational content, useful information and socially engaged activities It is necessary to promote user participation in accessing knowledge, expanding horizons and developing digital skills.

It's important to note that while these solutions can help mitigate the negative effects of the internet, they should be implemented in a way that respects freedom of expression and promotes an open and accessible internet for all.

With such popularity and rapid development, the internet has become an indispensable part of our daily lives People from all walks of life, from young people to the elderly, from individuals to families, use the internet to look up information and connect with online communities Every single one of us deserves the good of life, everyone has the right to put themselves into the internet but not abuse it, we need to know how to stop it before we turn into an addict We, especially the young generation need to equip ourselves with a certain level of understanding, a strong

lĩnh to exploit useful information from the internet " Let us master the

internet and never let the internet control them”.