Television, Internet, Phones

Television, Internet, Phones

Information Technology Vocabulary

Access	The right to use or look at something
Everybody should have access to the internet.
Advanced	Modern and well developed
Technological advances have brought many benefits to the world. Japan has veryadvanced technology (not 'high' technology!).
Automation	To make a process in a factory or office operate by machines or computers, in order to reduce the amount of work done by humans and the time taken to do the work
The automation of production processes has led to increased unemployment. Many production processes these days are automated.
Connection	When something joins or is joined to something else, or the part or process that makes this possible
Most people are connected to the internet these days. Having a connection to the internet is important. I often have problems connecting to the internet.
Communication	The act of communicating with people
Email has made communication, especially abroad, much simpler and faster. Communicating with people by email is very easy.
Device	An object or machine which has been invented for a particular purpose
It is important to have some kind of communication device such as a mobile telephone or the internet.
Innovation	A new idea or method
Smart phones are the latest innovation in computer technology. Steve Jobs was a great innovator.
Invention	Something which has never been made before, or the process of creating something which has never been made before
The world changed rapidly after the invention of the telephone. Many useful devices have been invented over the last few decades.
Machine	A piece of equipment with several moving parts which uses power to do a particular type of work
Factories now make use of machines to do a lot of the work humans used to do. Machinary does most of the work in factories.
Up-to-date	Modern, recent, or containing the latest information
Teenagers think it is important to have the most up-to-date technology.
User-friendly	If something, especially something related to a computer, is user-friendly, it is simple for people to use
Modern mobile phones such as the i-phone are very user-friendly.

Specific vocabulary terms:

OBJECTS	KEYWORD
GESTURES	DATA
INTERACTION	DEVICE
INTERFACE	INFORMATION
COMPUTING	SOFTWARE

Collocations: digital world, physical world, digital information, open-source

 

Technology vocabulary and exercises

Progress words

When you write and speak about computers and technology, very often you will be asked to say how technology has changed or progressed.

 

Notes

Progress is an uncountable word, while advance is countable. So you say that “digital technology is an advance” but you cannot say that “digital technology is a progress”

Impact words

Another common topic is to talk about what effect computer technology has had on our lives

Notes

Be careful with the difference between “affect” (generally a verb) and “effect” (generally a noun). Just to confuse you, in English they sound exactly the same.

“impact” and “influence” are often used with the preposition “on”

Notes

Be careful with the spelling of te chn ology.

A “technophile” loves technology and a “technophobe” hates it. In speaking, you could use the less formal word “geek” for technophile, but I would avoid it writing.

There is no great difference between “ICT” and “IT”. However, as my example shows ICT is most frequently used as the name of an academic subject.

Adjectives

Notes

It is normal to use hyphens (-) in adjective phrases such as “state-of-the-art” when they are used before nouns (“state-of-the-art technology”), but you do not always need them when they are used without a noun (“this technology is state of the art”).

“obsolete” is similar in meaning to “outdated”, but is a stronger word to show that the technology is so old that it cannot be used any longer.

It is normal to write “high tech” rather than “high technology”.

Device words

This is a rather confusing set of words to describe different kinds of objects.

Notes

A “device” is often something fairly small that allows you to complete a task. There is a strong collocation (very common phrase): “labour-saving device”.

“Equipment” is an uncountable word so you need to say “a piece of equipment”. It is a very general use word that can be used to describe almost anything mechanical.

“Gadget” is a word often used to describe objects that are either small or have a less serious purpose.

“Appliance” is typically used in the phrase “electrical appliances” (eg irons and kettles) that are less advanced technology.

Other useful words

This is a selection of other words that may come in useful when discussing technology

 

SAFETY=SECURITY=SAFENESS

PROVISION=PROCURING

NECESSITY –NEED, DIFFICULTY=BARRIER=OBSTacle=HURDLE=INTRACTABILITY

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useful; of use; helpful; wholesome; effective; net; advantageous; adjuvant; adventitious; beneficial; good; healthy; profitable;serviceable; available; practicable; practical; salutary; valuable; of avail; salubrious; healthsome; beneficent; subservient;practic; salutiferous; worthwhile т.п. masizonenko); powerful; handy

Collocations and Phrases For IELTS Speaking Test – Topic: Technology

1. To browse the websites: to look at websites

Example: Whenever I have spare time, I enjoy browsing the websites to catch up on the up-to-date news

2. To surf the web: to look at a series of websites one after the other

Example: Mary had to surf the web to find information in order to finish her assignment.

3. To enter a web address: to type the web address of a website in to the address bar of your browser

Example: Typing a web address in to search bar is the most basic computer skill that users must know when they start learning to use computer and the internet.

4. To bookmark a webpage: to mark a webpage for future purpose

Example: One of my habit is booking mark a webpage, which I find useful, for later researching.

5. To download somethings from the internet: to save a copy of a file from the internet to your own devices

Example: Peter loves to listen to his favorite tracks on mobile that he download from the internet.

6. To cut and paste: To move text or image from one place to another place

Example: Cutting and pasting the webpage address will save your time when surfing the internet compared to tying webpage address by your fingers.

7. To back up files: to make a copy of files in case of computer problems

Example: Computer producers unusually advise that computer users should back up their important files to prevent losing information in case of computer problems

8. To boot up: to start a computer

Example: My computer is the newest model, and I love the fact that it boots up really quickly

9. A computer buff: an expert computer user

Example: Liam is a computer buff, so when my laptop has problems I ask him for help.

10. To crash: to suddenly stop working

Example: Sometimes my computer crashes, and I just don’t know what to do. Thus call a computer buff for checking up.

11. A techie: somebody who has an interest in technology

Example: I can say that I am a techie, I do research about computer and internet all the time.

12. High-spec (laptop): powerful computers with top high quality components

Example: It has been my dream to own a high-spec lap, which can play every up-to date games.

13. Wireless network: a network where users can access the internet without the use of fixed cables

Example: Setting up wireless network will be really convenient, because you can connect to the internet anytime and anywhere in your home.

14. Wireless hotspot: a public place where you can access the internet

Example: I usually go to wireless hotspots such as coffee stores and libraries to do my home work.

15. Breakthrough: an important new discovery in technology

Example: Microchip is one of the greatest technological breakthrough that mankind has made.

· Hackers are launching attacks on corporations as well as individuals

o Hacking is in the news a lot recently, and could definitely come up on any part of the IELTS Exam. The impressive phrase here is ‘ launching attacks. ’

· Top cyber-security threats

o ‘ Cyber ’ is much better than ‘online’ or ‘internet’. Also, ‘ threats ’ is better than ‘dangers’.

· Attack national infrastructures, like the healthcare system

o ‘ Infrastructures ’ is an excellent word to describe an organizational network, such as a system of roads, a power grid, or, in this case, the healthcare system.

· Cyber espionage

o This is a parallel expression for ‘hacking’. ‘ Espionage ’ means ‘spying’.

· The banking industry is vulnerable

o ‘ Vulnerable ’ is a great adjective meaning ‘weak’ or ‘open to danger’.

· Update software to monitor threats

o ‘ Monitor ’ means to ‘keep track of’.

User-friendly

Easy to use

 

Access

Open a computer file

 

Scroll

Move up or down on the screen

 

Operate

Work a machine

 

Keyboard

The keys on the computer, typewriter or piano

 

Function

An action or purpose something is designed for

 

Display

Show on a screen

 

Equipped

Have specific tools

 

Store

Save or keep save

 

Data

Information

 

Memory

The part of the computer that stores information

 

Cyber

Relating to, or involving computers or computer networks

 

Gadget-filled

Packed with devices and gizmos

Cutting-edge

The forefront, the position of greatest advancement

 

Prototype

An original type, form, or instance serving as a basis or standard

 

Labour saving

Designed to reduce the amount of work needed to do something.

 

Surpass

Exceed

Virtual

Not physically existing as such but made by software to appear to do so.

 

Device

Gadget, appliance, apparatus

 

Speculate

Theorize, hypothesize

 

Silicon chip

A tiny wafer of silicon used to make an integrated circuit; a microchip.

 

Cyberspace

The notional environment in which communication over computer networks occurs.

 

ВОКАБУЛЯР ПО ТЕМЕ «ОНЛАЙН-ШОППИНГ»

Эти слова из области онлайн-покупок стоит знать, чтобы уверенно строить свою речь на IELTS Speaking. Проверьте, все ли из них вы знаете и правильно понимаете? Занесите их в свой словарь!

vendor / seller — продавец.
Особенно актуально для сайтов типа ebay, где представлено огромное количество продавцов чего угодно.

review — отзыв.
Многие сначала предпочитают почитать отзывы о товаре или продавцы, а уже потом принимать решение о покупке.

tech specs — (сокращенно от technical specifications) — технические характеристики.
Покупая, например, телефон онлайн, вы конечно же захотите узнать его параметры, объем оперативки, тип камеры и батареи — все это указано в tech specs.

delivery / shipment / shipping — доставка.
Платная или бесплатная, доставка нужна для любого товара. Слова shipment и shipping больше свойственны американскому английскому.

e-commerce — электронная коммерция.
Общее понятие, охватывающее онлайн-бизнес по продаже чего-либо.

checkout — последний этап в оформлении заказа.
На финальном этапе покупки онлайн вы указываете средства оплаты и адрес доставки — это и есть checkout.

cart — корзина (виртуальная).
Туда вы «складываете» товары, которые хотите приобрести в интернет-магазине.

money back guarantee — гарантия возврата денег.
Некоторые продавцы предлагают подобную гарантию на 30 или 60 дней, к примеру, или если вы решили, что купленный товар вам не подошел.

purchase — покупка.
Происходит от глагола to purchase — покупать.

refund — возврат денег.
Возврат денег за товар, который вы вернули или от которого отказались.

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Definitions

· to access websites/email: to locate

· to back up files: to make a copy of files in case of a computer problem

· to boot up: to start a computer

· to bookmark a webpage: to mark a webpage for future reference

· to browse websites: to look at websites

· a computer buff: an expert computer user

· to crash: to suddenly stop working

· to cut and paste: to move text or images from one place in a document to another place

· a desktop PC: a computer that isn’t portable and remains in situ on a desk

· digital editing: to edit digital materials like audio or video files

· download (podcasts): to save a copy of a file from the internet to your own device

· to enter a web address: to type the address of a website into the address bar of your browser

· a gadget: a technological tool like a mobile phone or camera

· to go online: to start using the Internet

· high-spec (laptop): powerful computer with top quality components

· Internet security: Internet safety

· intranet: a network of connected computers within an organisation that is not accessible by unauthorised visitors

· to navigate a website: to find your way around a website

· operating system: the software that tells the computer how to work

· send an attachment: send an email with an accompanying file

· social media: media used to interact with other people such as Facebook or Twitter

· to surf the web: to look at a series of websites one after the other

· a techie: somebody who has an interest in technology

· to upgrade: to obtain a more powerful or feature-rich computer or piece of software

· video conferencing: to see and hear people from different locations using the Internet

· wireless hotspot: a public place where you can access the Internet

· wireless network: a network where users can access the Internet without the use of fixed cables

· word processing; producing written texts on a computer

· computer age: the period in modern history characterized by rapid technology development and widespread computer use. Living in a computer age has many benefits.

· computer buff: a user who is good at working with a computer. Mike is a computer buff. He got an A+ on his programming exam.

· computer fatigue: a syndrome of tiredness resulting from long computer usage. About 60% of IT specialists are affected by computer fatigue.

· cutting-edge: something innovational and leading. Cutting-edge technology.

· desktop PC: a personal computer that remains on a desk. I have an old desktop PC that I use for surfing the net when I’m home.

· digital editing: a process of changing digital materials like audio or video files. Being good at digital editing is essential in our time.

· download (podcasts): to save a copy of a file from the internet to your own device. Yesterday I downloaded a few films that I plan to watch during the weekends.

· essential: something you can’t imagine your life without. Internet is an essential piece of technology for many people.

· gadget: an advanced piece of technology, like smartphone. Nowadays almost everybody owns a gadget.

· geek: someone who is obsessed with technology, especially computers. My friend is a real geek. He owns a bunch of computers and other gadgets.

· hold the line: wait a minute. She told me to hold the line, because she had to open the door.

· large screen: a big-sized monitor. A few days ago I decided to renew my computer, so I bought a large screen for it.

· light years ahead: very far away from. Modern computers are light years ahead of those which people used in 90s.

· on the cutting edge: at the forefront of progress. Paul's new laptop is on the cutting edge of technology.

· operating system: the most important program that runs the computer. I chose to buy a laptop which is based on the Windows operating system.

· out of steam: tired, exhausted. Due to today's intense workday I am out of steam, so I won’t be able to work tomorrow.

· rocket science: a very complicated subject for someone. Biology is a rocket science for me. I don’t understand anything in it.

· send an attachment: send an email with an added file. My brother sent an attachment with his homework to the professor.

· silver surfer: an old person, who uses the Internet. Uncle Bob is a silver surfer. He uses the Internet every day, although he’s almost 70.

· social media: media used to interact with other people. Facebook is the biggest social media in the world.

· time-consuming and inefficient: something that takes too much of your time and isn’t rational to do. I find watching football time-consuming and inefficient.

· to access websites/email: to visit websites/email. John accessed his email today to see if he had received any letters.

· to back up files: to make a copy of files in case of a computer problem. I had to back up files on my computer, because I was going to reinstall my operating system.

· to be stuck behind a computer: to use computer for a long period of time. A lot of teenagers are stuck behind their computers all day.

· to boot up: to start a computer. I booted up my computer as soon as I got home.

· to browse websites: to search for websites. I spent a few hours browsing the websites today, until I found was I was looking for.

· to crash: to suddenly stop working. My computer crashed when I was writing my essay.

· to go online: to use the Internet. Millions of people go online every day.

· to navigate a website: to find what you need on the website. Navigating a website is not very easy, especially if the website is poorly designed.

· to pull the plug: to end an activity. After being stuck behind a computer all day, I decided to pull the plug.

· to push someone's buttons: to do specific thing to irritate somebody (usually intentionally). I became so angry because he pushed my buttons by adding pepper to my ice cream!

· to surf the web: to look through websites, searching for something you need, or simply for entertainment. I was surfing the web yesterday for three hours, because I had nothing else to do.

· to upgrade: to renew a software or a piece hardware. Thanks to the new program for students, I updated my computer for free.

· well-oiled machine: something that works perfectly well. My computer, despite being 7 years old, is still a well-oiled machine.

· widespread computer use: that is to say people use computers very often.

· Wi-Fi hotspots: a public place where you can access the Internet. Our university has a Wi-Fi hotspot. It is very convenient.

· wireless network: a network where users can access the Internet without using any cables. We have installed a wireless network at home.

· word processing: writing, editing and producing words on a computer, using special programs. There are tons of word processing programs.

 

 

Some advantages of technology

§ To help somebody to keep in touch with friends and family: to maintaincommunications with someone

Example: The availability of advanced technology helps people to keep in touch with their friends and family who travel abroad.

§ To make education accessible to countryside students: give countryside students the chance to study

Example: Equipping remote schools with more computers could make education accessible to the countryside students.

Some disadvantages of technology

§ To lack social skills

Example: Children who spend too much time in front of computer screens will lead to lacking social skills.

§ To face health problems

Example: Individuals using smart phones too much time might face some health problems related to eyes.

Positives of television

Watching television is a good way to relax

It is many people’s favorite way to wind down after a hard day at work

Television programs can be entertaining and enjoyable

Viewers have access to a huge variety of entertainment channels

Television brings the best comedians, musicians and actors into our homes

Programmers can also be informative and educational

News coverage makes the public aware of events around the world

Documentaries can make learning more interesting

 

Negatives of Television

Television is having a negative impact on society

Some people link violence on television with crime rates in the real world

Children copy the behavior they see on the screen

Children are less healthy because they spend less time palying

Advertisers direct their marketing at children

Most programs do not require much thought

Watching TV is a waste of time

 

Opinions about Television

Television has many benefits

However, it can be addictive

Children should play outside rather than sit in front of a screen all day

Behaviour shown on TV can influence people

Parents should choose carefully what their children watch

Children should not be exposed to violence, swearing or sexual images

Advertising during children’s programs should be strictly controlled

TV companies should make more positive, educational programs

 

Positives of the Internet

There are many advantages to using the Internet

It gives us instant access to information on almost any subject

Shops and other services are now available online

People can buy goods and services from the comfort of their homes

The Internet is starting to replace other forms of entertainment

It has revolutionized communication

We can keep in touch by email or instant messenger services

Video messaging is becoming common for business meetings

 

Negatives of the internet

Many websites contain offensive content

Some sites show violent or sexual images

Parents find it difficult to control what their children see online

They do not always know who their children are chatting to

With so many websites it is difficult to search for good information

Criminals increasingly use the Internet to steal people’s money

 

Positives of Mobile Phones

The mobile phone is the most popular gadget in today’s world

Mobile phones have revolutionized the way we communicate

We can stay in touch with family, friends and colleagues wherever we are

Users can send text messages, surf the Internet, take photos and listen to music

Mobiles have also become fashion accessories

 

Negatives of Mobile Phones

Mobiles phones can be a problem in some public places

Ringing phones cause disturbance in cinemas and school lessons

Some people are not aware that others can hear their conversations

Mobile phones may also interfere with electronic equipment

Their waves could cause damage to our brains

Mobile phones can also be a dangerous distraction

Using a phone while driving reduces the driver’s concentration

Mobile phones are a popular target for thieves

 

Opinion about Mobile Phones

The benefits of mobile phones outweigh the drawbacks

We need to use these phones with care

Advantages

· offers immediate communication

· cheaper than telephone calls / face-to-face meetings

· allows global communication without the need to travel

· more convenient / people can communicate on-the-move

· allows friends and family overseas to stay connected

· gives everybody the chance to have a public voice

Disadvantages

· people may lose “real” social skills

· people may spend less time socialising face-to-face

· people may become more introverted

· people may become addicted to social network sites

· people spend too much time in front of a screen

Technology and Education

· interactive whiteboards

· e-learning courses /e-books

· online degrees

· self-access centres / study

· online teaching / tutoring / training

· blended learning (online + face-to-face)

Advantages

· offers more flexibility for the learner

· allows people in rural areas the same study opportunities

· cheaper for students (no travel / accommodation costs)

· students & teachers are less bound by time and space

Technology and Work

· automated processes

· automated manufacturing

· automated customer services

· high-tech computer systems

· computerised filing / administrative systems

· huge databases

· intranet system / internal emailing

Disadvantages

· has made some jobs redundant

· gives customers less personal service

· requires staff to be technically skilled

· may cause security issues / files may be lost

· requires a lot of investment

· breakdowns in the system may cause severe problems

ESSAYS

1) Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology.
In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships that people make? Has this been a positive or negative development?

It is true that new technologies have had an influence on communication between people. Technology has affected relationships in various ways, and in my opinion there are both positive and negative effects.

Technology has had an impact on relationships in business, education and social life. Firstly, telephones and the Internet allow business people in different countries to interact without ever meeting each other. Secondly, services like Skype create new possibilities for relationships between students and teachers. For example, a student can now take video lessons with a teacher in a different city or country. Finally, many people use social networks, like Facebook, to make new friends and find people who share common interests, and they interact through their computers rather than face to face.

On the one hand, these developments can be extremely positive. Cooperation between people in different countries was much more difficult when communication was limited to written letters or telegrams. Nowadays, interactions by email, phone or video are almost as good as face-to-face meetings, and many of us benefit from these interactions, either in work or social contexts. On the other hand, the availability of new communication technologies can also have the result of isolating people and discouraging real interaction. For example, many young people choose to make friends online rather than mixing with their peers in the real world, and these ‘virtual’ relationships are a poor substitute for real friendships.

In conclusion, technology has certainly revolutionised communication between people, but not all of the outcomes of this revolution have been positive.

(257 words, band 9)

2) When a country develops its technology, the traditional skills and ways of life die out. It is pointless to try and keep them alive.To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Nowadays, technological advances and their rapid and wide applications are having a significant impact on a nation’s traditional skills and ways of life. Some argue that such impact is so extraordinary that it would make conventional skills and life styles obsolete. However, I believe they would continue to thrive by providing alternatives to modern ways of life, and innovative ideas for modern technologies.

First of all, traditional skills and ways of life are becoming an alternative solution to the problems caused by “mainstreamed” ways of life which are greatly influenced by modern technologies. For instance, a cozy restaurant where traditional, home-brewed beer is served, offers another experience to people who are bored with branded beers that have the same flavor and come out of mass production with new technologies. It is in such a venue where traditional skills are preserved, people become relaxed and educated. Providing diversity and thus enriching modern ways of life, such traditional skills and ways of life would continue to have their place.

Furthermore, conventional skills provide innovative ideas to the development of modern technologies. For example, sparkled by how the word “Love” is traditionally knitted into a sweater by some ethnic minority women in some parts of Asia, some business managers from textile industry have developed some production lines by applying the traditional skills to Computer-Aided Designs (CAD). The products have boosted the companies’ sales which in turn have increased their investment in preserving traditional skills for further developing their technologies.

To conclude, traditional skills and life styles are increasingly becoming a useful alternative to the homogeneity brought by global applications of modern technologies. However, the evolution of technologies is a selection process, whereby some would become obsolete, but there is no doubt that some would thrive when their roles are appreciated.

Band 8 essay.

Television has had a significant influence on the culture of many societies. To what extent would you say that television has positively or negatively affected the cultural development of your society?

The Internet has brought many changes into our day to day life. Nowadays we can do things such as mailing, contacting, banking and communication much faster. Is this a positive or negative development?

The internet has revolutionized our lives. It has changed the way we connect with our friends and family. It has changed the way we access information and buy things. It has enabled people to work from their home. In my opinion, the internet has more positive impacts than negative impacts on our lives.

The internet has made information accessible to everyone. Much of the content on the internet is free. Anyone who has an internet connection can access it from any part of the world. Having an internet connection is a bit like having access to all the books in the world. In my opinion, this is the biggest advantage of the internet. Because of it, people can now get medical and financial advice online. Students can prepare for their tests online.

Internet also allows us to buy and sell things online from the comfort of our home. Online transactions save time and money. Another advantage of the internet is its ability to facilitate communication. Thanks to technologies such as video conferencing, people living in different parts of the world can now participate in online conferences at the same time. This eliminates the need for them to travel to another country just for the sake of attending a conference.

The internet has its fair share of disadvantages too. Plenty of obscene and offensive content is available online. While surfing the internet, children might stumble upon this content accidentally. In recent times, anti-social elements have started using the internet to recruit youngsters. This has become a major threat to the security of nations.

To conclude, the internet has both positive and negative impacts; however, in my opinion the positives outweigh the negatives. It has connected the world and made opportunities available to everyone. In fact, today, it is impossible for us to imagine a life without the internet.

15)

The dangers and complexities of modern world have made mobile phone an absolute neccessity forchildren.

To what extent to you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, almost everyone posseses mobile phone. It is becoming an important tool for safety of children, specially with the new smart phones, but it also involves some drawbacks.

Firstly, with the new smart phone parents can keep an eye on their children, where they are without calling them, as all these phones has built in global positioning system (gps) localisation. This will help to reduce school truancy. Although, the aplication can be disabled it will will give an indication, the system is off.

Secondly, with the increase numbers of crimes such as raping, kidnaping in modern days, it is good for children to have a mobile phone if ever they are in such situation, they can transfer the news by mean of text messaging or authorities can locate the place.

But, there is some disadvantages. Children are not concentring in their studies or listen to teachers, as they texting their boyfreind or girlfriend. Even they are not doing homework given. As a result an increase in number of failures. This is not for children for their future as we need good marks for university or good job.

Although mobile phones haves some constraints, I believe it is very important for children to have one if it is not misused.

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Nowadays, almost everyone possesses a mobile phone. It is becoming an important tool for the safety of children, especially with the new smart phones, but it also involves some drawbacks.

Firstly, with the new smart phone parents can keep an eye on their children. They can know where they are without calling them as all these phones have built in global positioning system (gps) localisation. This will help to reduce school truancy. Although the application can be disabled, it will give an indication of where that person is, even if the system is off.

Secondly, with the increasing numbers of crimes such as rape and kidnapping in modern times, it is good for children to have a mobile phone. If ever they are in such a situation, they can transfer the news by means of text messaging or authorities can locate the place.

However, there are some disadvantages. Children are not concentrating on their studies or listening to teachers as they are texting their boyfriend or girlfriend. They are even not doing the homework they have been given. As a result, there is an increase in the number of failures at school. This is not good for children or their future as they need good marks for university or a good job.

Although mobile phones haves some constraints, I believe it is very important for children to have one as long as they are not misused.
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You generally have ok ideas in the essay, and the general organization of the essay and paragraphs is ok.

Check your essay against mine to see some of the grammar mistakes you made. However, there are two main problems:

1) It’s too short

Be careful with word length – it is 209 words, so your band score will be reduced because of this.

2) You have some sentence structure problems:

“with the new smart phone parents can keep an eye on their children, (CS) where they are without calling them” = comma splice

“Although, the aplication can be disabled it will will give an indication, (CS) the system is off.” = comma splice and no comma after although.

“it is good for children to have a mobile phone (RO) if ever they are in such situation,” = run on

“As a result, an increase in number of failures” = fragment (incomplete sentence) as you have missing verb.

You need to review how to write ‘complex’, ‘compound’, and ‘simple’ sentences. It will take too long to explain how to do this here, so search on the internet or ask a teacher if you are having lessons.

I will be adding something about this to the website soon.

So, overall, I think you need to focus on improving your sentence structure / grammar and word length in order to increase your score.

16) There are social, medical, and technical problems associated with the use of mobile phones.

What forms do they take? Do you agree the problems of mobile phones outweigh the benefits?

Cutting-edge technology is part of daily life. One of the most important technologies which engage with people's activity is mobile phones. Some people argue that using cell-phones has dire consequences that result in some social, medical and technical dilemmas. While mobile phones become worse distractions, the benefits of these advanced devices are important to provide convenient lives for users.

There is no doubt that mobile phones change the way people maintain effective communication with colleagues. In this modern era, people are more likely to use mobile phones as the mean of communication rather than doing face-to-face communication. Recent research indicates that the majority of people in cosmopolitan cities are completely isolation because they are bordered in the virtual communication.

In addition, the newly invented technologies, mobile phones, resort people to adopt sedentary lifestyles because they spend the rest of the time to surf internet and play online games. A result shows that in Indonesia, most inhabitants use internet more than 10 hours a day in terms of entertainment as a source of amusement. Obviously, this activity causes some illness such as myopia and obesity.

The innovation of some sophisticated technologies forces the reconstruction of technological infrastructure to support the availability of networking. In some developing countries, signal is the common problem that happens in some remote areas. In fact, the active users who live in radius 10 km from the cell-phone tower are difficult to gain strong signal. Consequently, the telecommunication service providers must concern to solve this problem.

On the other hand, mobile phones are the useful devices to communicate and do some tasks. Many students who study abroad rely on cell-phones to keep in touch with their family and friends in their home countries. In addition, utilizing of mobile phones makes life much more convenient as businessmen can send email anywhere and anytime that only requires internet connection. Moreover, some applications can spoil users in the terrible situation. For instance, in traffic congestion, music is the best companion to release stress so that people will need mobile phone to play some songs which are stored in the internal memory.

In conclusion, there are negative effects of mobile phones that can interrupt humans' lives in social, medical and technical problems. Despite its drawbacks, mobile phones provide the flexibility in term of communication. Where possible, to avoid those problems, people should pay more attention to their circumstances to mitigate problems.

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