We all know that we are living in a period which is known as the era of communication. Hence, it is not surprising that internet use among people is increasing by leaps and bounds. This use of internet has both pros and cons.

I strongly agree with the fact that the internet brings benefits to young people. Children can gain knowledge through internet. For example, if someone wants to know about Shakespeare, he or she can just type the word and search. Then he will get all about Shakespeare in a minute. Further, children may find e-books or the online reference material which can help them with their studies. Thus, in short, internet is knowledge.

Moreover, we can get to know what is happening around the world within a very short time. For example, when an Iraqui threw a shoe at the United States president, George Bush, the whole world could see the incident at the same time. Thus, people are aware of the world because of the internet.

Another major importance of the internet is the fact that we can connect with our relations and friends easily and in a cheap way, although they are far away from us. If we are using a web camera, we can talk with them just as they are near with us. So, internet makes people more close.

Yet, some people argue that internet is bad for children. It is true that there are some websites which may violate the minds of children, as they are broadcasting some programmes of sex, violence, etc. It can harm children, whose minds are mild and vulnerable. Children who go to bed after having watched such programmes can get excited by nightmares.

Further, many children are used to do their homework or assignments by browsing the internet, just because it is easy and it gives all the facts and figures. This can also be harmful as it does not develop the ability of creative thinking.
Another disadvantage of using internet at a high rate is the fact that children get lazy. Many children are used to play online games during their leisure time. This is not good for their health, and they become less active.
It is obvious that as any other equipment, internet has both advantages and disadvantages. Hence, it is up to the man to dicide whether he is going to handle it in a beneficial way or in a harmful way. Particularly, children who use the internet often, should know how to get the best of it without getting their minds violated.
