Internet Advancement

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This paper analyzes the advancements spurred by the growth and increasing availability of the Internet. The writer discusses the manners in which these technological advancements have improved American life. The writer notes that globalization has sparked a revolution in information and communication technology, resulting in an information age that boasts the arrival of new levels of global interconnectedness. Further, the writer points out that the Internet has also positively changed the way companies do business, both in the e-commerce world and in the manufacturing sectors. The writer concludes that new advancements are being discovered every day, and the future of the Internet and worldwide access to it appears bright.


Outline:
Introduction
Educational Advancements and Research on the Internet
e-Commerce & e-Business
Computer-assisted Manufacturing
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"The Internet has had the most profound affect on education and research capabilities, almost to a point previously thought unimaginable. Students are now able to attend courses online, and take tests online in real-time. A vast amount of research information is also available through the Internet, making research tasks easier and more organized. This has improved the way of life for American students because although higher education tends to be a part of student's lives, in many cases college attendance is not the core activity in their lives. For these students, college must compete with employment and family obligations. Distance learning and increasingly sophisticated technology, such as online courses, have changed the possibilities for engaging in higher education and the nature of the educational experience. The traditional four or five year full-time program at a residential college is no longer the most frequent course of obtaining a college education. Recent research also indicates that the sources of influence on students' learning are as varied and interconnected as are the ways in which students learn. Current research indicates that students' out-of-class experiences promote critical thinking skills independent of their classroom experiences."

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