HOW electronic communications such as the e-mail,

Facebook and Short message System (SMS) growing trend

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By : Amirul Ashraf bin Muhamad
Assalamualaikum w.b.t. and a very good morning to my beloved teacher, Pn
Hjh Norzaini bt. Ali and all my fellow friends. Today, Im going to talk about
how electronic communications such as the e-mail, facebook and short
message system (sms) growing trend.
Everywhere we turn today, the world is crowded with people busy
typing SMSes on their Nokias or iPhones or someone is staring unblinkingly
at a Facebook or Yahoo page on the computer screen. Whether you like it or
not, the age of Information Technology is upon us, and we can either learn
new skills and adapt to this new technology, or be forever lost and stuck in
the older generation. In my opinion, I am fully convinced that this growing
trend is the way of the future, and it brings countless benefits to mankind. In
this talk, I will discuss three positive effects of electronic communication,
namely its efficiency, enhances communication and creates a borderless
world community.
First and foremost, more and more people are relying on e-mail,
Facebook, Short Message System (SMS) and other types of electronic
communication tools because of its high efficiency. This is because in today's
age of globalisation, we need information at the tip of our fingers. Moreover,
with the use of these tools, we can increase the speed of getting the
necessary and relevant information within seconds and this will increase our
productivity. For example, gone are the days of using 'snail mail' or regular
letters using stamps and envelopes and many more examples of 'old'
technology because it is simply too slow and inefficient. Therefore, these ecommunication tools increases the access to important information which is
why the new generation is fully accepting this growing trend.
Secondly, this form of technology enhances communication among
people today. This means that when we use SMS, e-mails and websites like

Facebook, we are able to communicate clearly and directly to our target

audience. Furthermore, people today find that the message is more
important than the form it comes in as an e-mail in short but clear sentences
is just as good or even better than a long and formal letter. For instance, an
SMS can give clear instructions in just a few words and this communicates
what needs to be done quickly and directly. Thus, when the intended
message can be spread clearly using short and clear information like in
SMSes and emails, communication can be enhanced and there will be less
problems of miscommunication.
Last but not least, e-communication creates a borderless community in
the world we live in today. This is due to the fact that the boundaries that
separate each country becomes less relevant when information is transferred
without limitations. In addition, the world would be a better place because
there is a sense of 1-World commitment, respect and tolerance for the global
community through efficient and clear e-communication. Take for example,
we are able to connect with people on an international basis using Facebook,
Friendster, Tagged, Hotmail, Yahoo and others. Hence, these tools will
enhance global unity and create a more peaceful world.
In a nutshell, this growing trend has many positive effects not just to
individuals but the global society in terms of efficiency, enhancing
communicative skills and shaping a borderless community. In my opinion, I
still firmly believe that this latest trend is the best way forward and if we do
not catch up, we will be left behind by the tide of development. Our
government can encourage the proper usage of electronic communications
by

increasing

communication

amenities

and

broadband

accessibility

especially in rural areas so that they can enjoy the same facilities as cityfolks therefore balancing the development of our country towards achieving
Vision 2020.
Thats all for today, thank you lend me your ears.