With the rise of the internet more and more people are getting their news from social media platforms. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?

Digital means of communication has had a major impact on our lives. With its usage, we receive prompt updates on current affairs and learn about the diverse points of view on any event.

However

, the inaccurate and biased nature of

such

articles, make it an unfavourable platform for us to seek information despite its abovementioned benefits. Because of its pervasive nature, online forums allow us to learn about any breaking news along with the diverse views on them from various authors. Unlike a few decades back, one does not have to switch on the TV to update himself with the latest happenings and can now merely receive instant notifications of them.

Furthermore

, the articles published contain different viewpoints, thereby keeping the user well-informed.

For instance

, by scrolling through Facebook, we can get to know of any political event and the possible repercussions that it might have on the citizens.

Thus

, the speed at which a story breaks as well as the varied opinions on it makes us inclined to

such

mediums of communication.

On the other hand

, information obtained through digital platforms can be highly opinionated and lack veracity. A particular blog can be biased and may not be based on actual facts. To illustrate, Facebook got embroiled in a controversy that had shown President Trump in a bad light which was not true.

Therefore

, the internet might not be suitable for a dedicated news seeker as it can be biased and lack authenticity. To conclude, social media platforms are being increasingly looked upon for current updates. Their speed and their varied viewpoints make it a go-to platform for many. Despite

this

, I strongly believe that the inaccurate and judgemental nature of

such

articles makes

it

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an inappropriate medium to rely on.