Why The Internet Is Good For The Older Generation

The internet is for everyone but here are 6 reasons why I think the internet is good for the older generation.

1. Email. This enables the older generation to easily keep in touch with friends and relatives. You don't have to write a letter by hand, buy stamps or walk to the post box to post the letter. Email is instant and worldwide. You don't have to wait 2 weeks for a reply.

2. The Internet keeps your mind active. You can read to your hearts content, about any subject at any time of the day without having to leave the house to find the information you want. You don't have to go to the library to find a book you want to read, you can find it online.

3. Learn new skills without going to College. You can study online for just about anything including languages. You can learn new hobbies or even play cards.

4. Conversation. When the grandchildren come round for dinner you can join in the conversation about Facebook, eBay, YouTube and tell them about your favorite websites.

5. To avoid feeling alone. You can easily join forums in the subjects that you are interested in and participate in the threads. That way you will be discussing issues that interest you and making friends at the same time.

6. There is always something that you can do on the internet, whether it is playing bingo, browsing the online shops, looking for information, finding a route for a journey, looking for a telephone number etc, etc. You will never be lost for something to do.

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