Chapter 4, Problem 1SI

Explanation of Solution

Pros and cons of developments by internet:

Internet has made it easier for people to work together in novel ways and popularized the concept of working at home by connecting the computers and smartphones with internet.

Internet develops many activities in daily life. There are pros and cons of these developments which can be shown below:

Pros:

• Internet develops the concept of working at home and it made work easier to do at any time.
• The concept of working from home replaces the face to face activities, so it will not be time consuming and reduces the time spent in travelling.
• This concept made easier for people to spend their time with family and friends.

Cons:

• The important disadvantage of the concept of working at home is degradation of social skills.
• In case of any disease or illness, employees are not being paid.
• Employees can be frustrated while working alone at home.

Effect on the consumption of natural resources:

“Yes”, it affects the consumption of natural resources.

Reason:

The concept of working at home by connecting computers and smartphones to the internet has made easier for people to save their time which they spent in travelling. Natural resources such as fuel will be reduced with reduce in transportation. This concept also saves electricity because there is no need of work place and parking area.

Effect on the families:

“Yes”, it strengthens families...