Socialising
How many ways can you think of to meet and chat to friends other than face to face contact or the telephone?
I think that this is where Modern Technology has a very important part to play in a society which has become, in some ways, more interested in self preservation than having a meaningful social life.
In years gone by, there was more time, or so it seemed, for neighbours to stop to pass the time of day.
Now, Mobile Phones, Internet Cafes would appear to be the most popular ways of communicating with one another.
I wonder how elderly people feel about these futuristic instruments with which we live today.
As a Registered Blind person, I was initially absolutely terrified of the thought of using a computer. But now, as an internet user, I find that I can travel all around the world from the comfort of my own home.
That to me is one heck of a social network.
I live in a tower block in Liverpool. Although I am extremely lucky to be part of a very active community, one of the best projects I have been involved in for the past four years is . This is a chance for people of all ages to be able to join in live web casts, to discuss almost any subject. is a great idea.
Every resident who wishes to participate in any way to bring the world a little closer via the web has to be commended.
Looking ahead, it would be, I would like to think, possible for anyone who is severely disabled and is still capable to learn to use the internet to take them on journeys to other countries, speak to the inhabitants of those countries, set up e-mail contacts, and enrich their lives.
Day or night, just by starting up a computer, the company they seek is right there almost at the touch of a button.
To sum up, interactive technology is better than having a thousand pen friends, instead you can E-Mail, or use the webcam. Audio conversation gives you that personal link if you have impaired vision
Some guy called epicurus said friends were important, i think he was right, you know.
Hi Jason, In an ideal world, we wouldn't have to write about social activities, and there wouldn't be so much negativity about: