The internet has transformed the way information is shared and consumed, but it has also caused problems that did not exsit before. What are the most serious problems associated with the internet and what solutions can you suggest?

The

internet

has become one of the most integral parts of modern society. The

internet

has made

information

readily available and easy to consume by all

age

groups.

However

, the increasing usage of the

internet

has caused ample unforeseen issues.

This

essay will explore some serious problems and suggest possible solutions related to the

internet

. The initial intention of the

internet

was to serve as a tool to aid humans. Nowadays we see it having a more negative impact on society. Among its many problems, the impact it has on the mental health of the youth is quite chilling. Suicide rates among teenagers have increased at alarming rates globally due to social media consumption.

Additionally

, the

internet

has been the leading cause of misinformation.

For instance

, during the pandemic, we have seen the

internet

to be used as a tool to spread false

information

on vaccines and protective measures. The continual lack of control over

information

and users on many

internet

platforms have been seen to harm communities globally.

However

, there are multiple measures that can be taken in order to combat the aforementioned obstacles.

Firstly

, technological companies together with governing bodies can create a system to enforce

age

limits on

internet

platforms.

For example

, technological companies can create a method in which they can verify users

age

by cross-referencing with government records. Another method can be fact-checking informative posts.

In particular

, social media platforms could create software that confirms a post has two or more credible sources. By encouraging honest interactions and enforcing

age

limits many of the more serious issues of the

internet

can be easily curbed. In summary,

this

essay discussed the problems and solutions relating to the usage and consumption of

information

on the

internet

. As the world continues to undergo a technological revolution, it is important that individuals, government and technology companies collaborate, to ensure that technology aligns with human nature.