Other than search engines, what are some of the most popular uses of the Internet?
Other than search engines, e-mail, product and service research, sending greeting cards, catching up on news, gathering hobby-related information, seeking health information, conducting work-related research and reviewing financial information are some other popular Internet activities. Q: Would you say that the Internet fosters or impedes social activity? Explain your position. A: Extensive Internet use can impede social activity if the Internet use takes the place of more traditional social interactions. While its true that e-mail, instant messaging, and chat groups are some of the more popular Internet activities and it can be argued that these are social activities, studies have shown that individuals who spend just two to five hours a week online spend far less time talking with friends and family on the phone or face-to-face. Q: Why would the amount of experience someone has using the Internet likely increase future Internet usage? A: Several studies show that a greater amount of
