Technology's impact on people's lives

Introduction

In today's modern world, technological innovations are advancing at unprecedented rates. The invention and development of devices such as the mobile phone, Internet, television and social networking websites have become a predominant influence in our lives and shape the way we perceive others and our environment. Forty years ago, the idea of instantaneous communication with anyone around the world was unheard of. Nowadays, thanks to availability of cell phone service and popular social functions like Facebook, Myspace and Tumblr, these aspects have become staples in our society. However, these functions of mass communication we enjoy today may ...