IFSM201 Concepts and Applications of Information Technology
Week 7  Discussion
Impacts of Information Technology
The readings this week raise issues that are direct or indirect effects of the use of information technology:
a) the digital divide
b) online addictions
c) online media – fact or fiction
d) positive and negative impacts of information technology on society
Ask or respond to the topics with the following questions.
1. How serious an impact does your chosen problem have on quality of life?
2. What could you do to lessen the impact in your life or the lives of loved ones?