Tech-Savvy or Screen-Addicted?

Why do older generations have difficulty controlling young people's use of communications technology?

Older people generally don’t understand this new world of social media and instant communication, so they’re unable to control it.

What is the economic impact of high-speed internet connections in poorer countries?

<p>A 10% increase in high-speed Internet connections leads to a 1.3% increase in economic growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>What is the potential of technology for young Palestinians, according to the article?</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Technology allows young Palestinians to work from home and interact with the global community, despite the occupation. It is limitless.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Why do older generations tend to limit the behavior of the young?</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Throughout history, older generations have always tried to put limits on the behavior of the young.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>What is the impact of social media and instant communication on governments' ability to control their citizens?</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The spread of social media sites and communications apps like Twitter and WhatsApp is making it harder and harder for governments to control what their citizens are saying and doing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>What is the relationship between high-speed internet connections and economic growth in poorer countries?</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The World Bank has calculated that in countries without a reliable traditional phone network, a 10% increase in high-speed Internet connections leads to a 1.3% increase in economic growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers