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pros and cons of using phones in public

The Pros and Cons of Using a Mobile Phone in Public

CONS

Mobile phone users will usually multitask, trying to carry on a conversation while using an ATM, driving or buying something from a shop. Their divided attention becomes an obstruction to the cashier and an inconvenience to those behind them who have to wait longer.

Study found that talking on a phone while driving increased the risk of an accident by 4%. This is almost equal to the danger of driving drunk.

PROs

Some argue that having 999 at the touch of a button is critical to maintain personal security. Mobile phone bans impede drivers’ ability to report an accident, road rage incident, medical emergency or crime. Drivers assert the importance of calling for directions if lost or receive help if their car breaks down.

As genuine emergencies do occur, some calls can’t wait. People who have sick or elderly family members, parents expecting an important call from their child and those in the middle of a crisis believe it’s acceptable to leave their phones on in public.

Cell phone bans may intrude on their personal freedom. As they pay high monthly price for this communication option, they believe they can use the devices wherever and whenever they choose.

instant messaging and VoIP

IM and VoIP

Instant messaging includes receiving and sending messages, resulting in a real time conversation.

Instant Messaging:

 

·         Yahoo

·         MSN

·         Skype

·         AOL

 

VoIP is like instant messaging but you don’t send texts you send sounds. You will need a speakers and a microphone.

VoIP:

·         Skype

·         VoIP buster

VoIP

What is VoIP?

 

VoIP is an acronym for Voice over Internet Protocol. Instead of using a traditional analog phone line, VoIP technology lets people make voice telephone calls via an Internet connection and bypass the telephone company completely. VoIP technology turns a user's voice into a digital signal that is sent through the Internet to the person being called. When the digital signal reaches the person on the other end, it is converted back to a traditional telephone signal. While some VoIP providers may limit users to calling only those also using VoIP technology, others provide calls to anyone with a telephone number.

online marketing

 

Online Marketing

 shopping is switching to online department stores because most people look online before leaving their house. We hardly see catalogues anymore, it costs way too much and is unnecessary as people didn’t seem to want catalogues anymore. An online store is pretty much a catalogue as it has all of the products in one place and has more information than just the price, a picture and a small description. Online you get customer reviews, ratings, delivery; special offers may also become available through online purchase. An online is also more eco-friendly as it saves the overuse of paper.