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The Role Of Technology In American Culture

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Technology plays a very prominent role in today’s society. In fact, the most apparent characteristic of American culture seems to be its reliance on technology, which is supported by the frequency in which the average American uses certain devices. Smart phones, for example, are often used as alarm clocks, to check emails, send messages and make phone calls, observe traffic in their area, even to do tasks at work. Many argue that this reliance on technology should be viewed negatively because of its certain impacts on society. It is believed that, due to electronic devices and gadgets, people neglect social interaction or are taught to be indolent. Alternatively, some believe the many benefits of having an accessible, vast knowledge of any
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