Due to many technological advances and a steep incline in modern forms of communication, individuals are communicating more online , rather than face-to-face.  In 
this
 essay, we will analyse how the pros can outweigh the cons and why I strongly disagree  that the advantages outweigh the disadvantages
On the one hand, online Linking Words
interaction
 has many positives. Use synonyms
Firstly
, it allows communities and societies to connect on a larger scale, especially during long-distance calls. Linking Words
For example
, students that may have gone abroad to study can communicate with their families and friends from back home using platforms Linking Words
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 as Skype , Whatsapp and Snapchat. Linking Words
Therefore
 making communicating hassle-free and readily available as students would not be able to travel back constantly to meet up physically. Linking Words
Secondly
, the internet allows for lower expenditures on travel costs . Linking Words
For instance
 , those employees that had to routinely fly out for business purposes , can now sit in the comfort of their offices and communicate via email or conference calls.
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On the other hand
, face-to-face Linking Words
interaction
 allows a more physical approach as it allows individuals to be able to read body language. Use synonyms
For example
, research suggests that verbal Linking Words
interaction
 is not enough to judge a person, many cues can be identified from body language as well as a person’s habits. Use synonyms
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this
 allows us to judge people more accurately especially if we are using a dating site. Linking Words
Subsequently
, some believe that socialising more online and less physically,  can  lead to a degeneration of the social skills necessary to engage in real-life interactions. To cite an example, many believe that online Linking Words
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 requires the majority of a person's life leaving very little time for Use synonyms
interaction
 with family and friends . Use synonyms
Thus
 decreasing social skills. 
To conclude I do not believe that the advantages outweigh the disadvantages , while social interactions are necessary as they provide support to business and communication overseas , face-to-face Linking Words
interaction
 should still be the main form of communication.Use synonyms