Over the years, technology has significantly changed the way people communicate. Originally, the telephone replaced the telegraph. Now cellphones, email and the Internet top the list of preferred communication methods. As more businesses and educational institutions use technology to communicate, society seems to have accepted, if not embraced, the increased role technology now plays in everyday life.
The email message is replacing handwritten correspondence in business and personal interactions. Businesses use email to communicate with customers and staff. Schools often use email to communicate with parents, teachers and students. In addition, people can send an email message and quickly get a response whereas sending other written correspondence may require a longer turnaround time. One bonus of the email message includes saving on postage costs. Many providers, such as Google Mail and
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These sites allow people to share information and photos with others, regardless of the physical miles that otherwise may have prevented them from doing so. This allows grandparents to see updates and pictures of grandchildren instantly, rather than waiting for the pictures to arrive in the mail. In addition, the use of social networking sites allows people to reconnect with others they may have lost contact with over the years. Many businesses today use social networking sites to enhance their online presence and increase revenue.
The popularity of blogging has increased over the years. Businesses use blogs for promotional purposes, but individuals also have turned to blogging. People now use blogs to share family journeys, to provide instructional information and just about everything in between. Some people make a living blogging by selling the content provided and through advertisement-based