internet as a source of info

Internet when used as a source of information, has more drawbacks

than advantages. To what extent do you agree with this statement?

(Band 7)

Some people believe that internet access creates problems. There are several possible reasons why

it can happen.

First, some data may be unverifiable. For example, everytime they search for a data, there would

be lots of choices that would appear on the screen. They would not be sure if the data they are

reading has accurate information. Some sources have even outdated informations. Second, some

sites may be unreliable. For instance, people sign up on one site that sells goods using online

purchases. The goods would be paid for by credit card but the purchaser would not receive

anything. And finally, not everything is available through the net. When my friend had tried to

research for some pictures of 18th century paintings, he did not find any results. Then he was told

by his teacher that it would only be available in the library.

Others believe that internet is very useful and these are the justifications. First, it is hard to get

data, that is available in the net by other means. For example, if directory information could not

give me the accurate address and contact number of the place I want to visit, I normally check that

information from the Internet. In just one click, I would get all the details of that certain company.

Second, research becomes more comprehensive. For instance, I do not have to buy lots of reading

materials to complete my research. Most of the needed information can be found if I have Internet

access. And finally, data is easily compared and contrasted. I remember, my cousin researched the

study about overweight children a decade ago and at present. He was able to finish his research in

just one day, as compared to week if he would not use the Internet.

In conclusion, let me reiterate that the Internet plays a big role in our life, because it makes data

retrieval and comparison easier.