Texting

Today, communication technologies are becoming popular worldwide. The popularity of mobile phone has brought us a lot of convenience. One of these conveniences is texting or SMS (short message service) is now a feature in every mobile phone.  Texting allows you to communicate with others without the usual phone conversation or the traditional face to face meetings. This has replaced the traditional method of communication in the past.

People believe that communication is easier than before. In the past, people would send letter which would take a very long time to be delivered.  Talking on the phone and emailing also may take time while texting is a faster and instant way to transfer information. Talking to the phone may require a quiet environment while texting works in crowded or noisy places. Texting could keep us in contact with our families, friends, and other colleagues anywhere and anytime. Sending SMS are way cheaper and sometimes without cost, it provides effective ways of reducing cell phone bills. Tellecommucation companies offer good deals when you have contract with them.

However, there are also some disadvantages using this technology. Firstly with students, who gets addicted in using mobile phones and could affect their writing and grammar skills. Texting while driving has become a problem. People who drive and text are more likely to crash and cause accidents.

In conclusion, texting itself is harmless but nothing can be overused without side effects. The contribution of mobile phones to our modern world is prominent and people’s dependency to it is irreversible.