Technology is a really controversial topic. Many people argue that it improves
our lives, while others think the opposite or that it depends on the field it is
applied to. In fact, technology can be related mainly to communication,
travel and home life.!
Firstly, technology enables us to communicate with people from all over the
world, which is a big advantage. On the other hand, sharing ideas globally
can develop the phenomenon of globalisation and consequently a gradual
disappearance of local traditions. Moreover, technology makes users
communicate with people in the digital world but not in the real one, so there
is another risk: losing the ability to interact with people physically.!
Secondly, technology is really useful and nowadays essential to organise
trips or travels: it enables users to book their holidays with just a click, find a
wide range of information quickly about the best and cheapest destination.
Therefore, after the arrival, technology is essential to orienteer in an unknown
country. However, complications such us problems with internet connection
or low battery, as well as dangerous websites that can steal users’ money
should be considered. !
Finally, technology makes people’s life easier and more comfortable,
especially at home. For example, we can turn on or turn off the lights of our
apartment by pronouncing a single world, as well as switch on or switch off
